Would you like to join an ambitious and forward looking unit of analysts, researchers and data experts?
The Greater London Authority (GLA) relies on the Intelligence Unit to provide high quality data and analysis to inform policy and investment in one of the world’s truly global cities.
As part of a growing City Data team, we are looking for someone who enjoys creating engaging and easy to use web applications for the general public or for professional users. You will need a particular interest in using maps as well as creating compelling stories with non-mapping data. You will be a curious, flexible thinker who loves learning new things and tackling challenges on a daily basis.
You will have the opportunity to work on high profile projects such as the Schools Atlas which was covered in the Standard and national press and the award-winning London DataStore. We work with a fascinating array of datasets and partners including big data companies, universities and the 33 London Boroughs.
This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and experience, but you will need to bring with you a strong technical background including 2 years commercial front end web development experience using JavaScript, HTML 5 and CSS as well as a working knowledge of backend web technologies.
If you enjoy working with clients to turn their ideas into working websites and solving varied problems - apply today.
JOB DESCRIPTION and PERSON SPECIFICATION
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 these roles is open to job share. We would also consider a reduced hour arrangement, the minium requirement would 30 hours per week (flexibility on days).
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 GLA3459
Application closing date: Sunday 03 September 2017 at 23.59 GMT
Interviews will take place at: Wednesday 14 September 2017