This is a unique chance to become the Deputy Head of Office for the GLA Conservative Members of the London Assembly.  London is the most vibrant, most diverse and most energetic capital in the world – few jobs can boast such potential and such excitement.

Working closely with the Head of Office, you will be responsible for managing the provision of direct research support to the Members of the Group, the related staffing team and representing the Group and its GLA-related positions/interests within the organisation and beyond. Key to your work will be ensuring monthly policy reports on subjects of importance to Londoners.

You will also take the on the research portfolio scrutinising the Mayor of London’s budget.

You will need significant experience of successful working in a similar role within political, policy or comparable high-profile environment, including resolving complex issues effectively and efficiently.

You will have line management responsibility for the research team.

A thorough understanding of current policy issues affecting London is required, together with an understanding of the legislative framework in which the GLA works, together with evidence of an ability to lead and motivate a team of staff to ensure that policies, programmes and strategies are implemented.

The ability to produce authoritative clear and concise oral and written reports and to carry out research on complex issues for a range of audiences, presenting it in a way that can be used by Assembly Members to their best advantage, is essential.

You must also demonstrate commitment and understanding of the role of the GLA in promoting equality and working with diverse groups in developing the work required to advance the needs of Assembly Members.

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London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. 

In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan, childcare voucher scheme and a career average pension scheme.

If you have a question about the role or the recruitment process then please contact a member of the recruitment team via email on glajobs@london.gov.uk quoting reference GLA3221.

Application closing date:                   Sunday 4 March 2018 at 23:59 GMT
Interviews will take place at:             City Hall on Friday 16 March 2018

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