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The work of the directorate’s teams includes delivery of major events, designing and leading public affairs or marketing campaigns, providing data, evidence and analysis, leading cross-organisational programmes, to making sure we plan for and can respond to emerging events or emergencies in our city.</h2>\n \n<h2>About the team</h2>\n \nThis is an exciting opportunity to join a small, collaborative and committed team responsible for supporting the statutory Deputy Mayor with responsibility for fire in their oversight of London Fire Brigade (LFB); and coordinating and contributing to policies that relate to the safety of Londoners.\n \nYou will have the opportunity to develop relationships across the Greater London Authority (GLA) and LFB; and will gain an insight into the operations of one of the busiest fire and rescue services in the world. You will also see how these operations intersect with other emergency services, and the work of different teams within the GLA.\n \nLFB (as well as the fire and rescue sector) is undergoing significant and wide-ranging transformation as it responds to the recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, and inspections from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS); and makes improvements to its culture. More widely, LFB is working to meet the challenges posed by climate change, new technologies, and London's complex built environment. \n \n<h2>About the role</h2>\nYou will support a range of work relating to the oversight and assurance of LFB and wider fire policy, including support to the Deputy Mayor in their decision making and oversight role.\n \nYou will also help to develop policies and strategies, and deliver a range of projects and programmes, in relation to the Deputy Mayor’s portfolio and the strategic aims of the fire team.\n \nWorking alongside the team’s Strategy and Performance Advisers, Policy and Stakeholder Adviser, and colleagues from across the GLA and LFB, you will contribute to work that supports oversight of LFB and policy development. This includes undertaking research; drafting briefings and reports; and managing projects such as events and workshops.\n \nYour work, while focused on fire and rescue, will involve a variety of policy areas related to London’s safety – for example, how climate change is increasing the risk of wildfires or how to store and charge e-bikes safely to support sustainable travel.\n \n<h2>What your day will look like</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Working with senior members of the fire team and other GLA teams, helping with the development, implementation, review and evaluation of policy, strategies, and decisions. </li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Managing smaller projects and helping to coordinate the delivery of larger projects with other agencies where needed, to ensure deadlines are met, and key issues of concern to the Mayor are identified and addressed.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Providing analysis on policy information, research and legislation.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Writing and contributing to written reports, decision papers and briefings for the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor and senior GLA officers and managers, as well as consultation responses and letters for government or other relevant stakeholders.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Working with officers and managers across the GLA, LFB and other relevant agencies to enable efficient management of information, and to participate in cross-organisational working.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Supporting the Deputy Mayor at meetings with key stakeholders, including senior GLA officers, LFB, government and parliamentarians.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Representing the fire team at external events and wider GLA activities.</li>\n</ul>\n \n \n<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>\nTo be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Ability to analyse and interpret complex issues in relation to their political, social, environmental and economic impacts.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Understanding of the requirements of working in a sensitive political environment.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of public policy relating to local government or emergency services is desirable but not essential.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<h2>\n Behavioural Competencies\n</h2>\nPlanning and Organising\n… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables</li>\n<li>Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones</li>\n<li>Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work</li>\n<li>Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team’s work is delivered to a high standard</li>\n<li>Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met</li>\n</ul>\n \nResearch and Analysis\n… is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge</li>\n<li>Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality</li>\n<li>Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights</li>\n<li>Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports</li>\n<li>Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future</li>\n</ul>\n \nBuilding and Managing Relationships\n… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Develops new professional relationships</li>\n<li>Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement</li>\n<li>Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict and takes action</li>\n<li>Fosters an environment where others feel respected</li>\n<li>Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals</li>\n</ul>\n \nCommunicating and Influencing\n… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders</li>\n<li>Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication</li>\n<li>Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively</li>\n<li>Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way</li>\n<li>Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally</li>\n</ul>\n \nOrganisational Awareness\n… is understanding and being sensitive to organisational dynamics, culture and politics across and beyond the GLA and shaping our approach accordingly.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Challenges unethical behaviour</li>\n<li>Uses understanding of the GLA’s complex partnership arrangements to deliver effectively</li>\n<li>Recognises how political changes and sensitivities impact on own and team’s work</li>\n<li>Is aware of the changing needs of Londoners, anticipating resulting changes for work agendas</li>\n<li>Follows the GLA’s position in the media and understands how it impacts on work</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>\n Problem Solving \n</h2>\n<h2>… is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.</h2>\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully</li>\n<li>Proposes options for solutions to presented problems</li>\n<li>Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving</li>\n<li>Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems</li>\n<li>Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving</li>\n</ul>\n \n The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf\">GLA Competency Framework</a>\n \n \nThis role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).\n \n \n<h2>How to apply</h2>\nIf you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Up to date CV</li>\n<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria and behavioural competencies outlined above in the advert.</li>\n</ul>\n \nWe encourage you to use the STAR method when describing your skills and experience, you can find information about the STAR method here: <a href=\"https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/interview-advice/the-star-method\">The Star Method</a>. Some more general advice can be found here: <a href=\"https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-blog/public-to-private-sector-perfection-job-applications\">https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-blog/public-to-private-sector-perfection-job-applications</a>\n \nPlease ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.\n \nWord or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)\n \nAs part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. \n<h2>\n If you have questions about the role\n</h2>\n \nIf you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Soeli Dayus would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at <a href=\"mailto:soeli.dayus@london.gov.uk\">soeli.dayus@london.gov.uk</a>. \n \nIf you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the <a href=\"mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk\">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a> who support the GLA with recruitment.\n \n \n<h2>Assessment process</h2>\n \nOnce you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. There will be a two-stage assessment process.\n \nIf shortlisted, you’ll be invited to complete a written assessment w/c 2 June 2025.\n \nSuccessful candidates will then be invited to interview w/c 16 June 2025. \n \n \n<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>\nLondon'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, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. \nWe particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.\nWe 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. \nPlease note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.\n \n<h2>Benefits</h2>\nGLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. \nIn addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.\n<h2>\n Additional Information\n</h2>\n \nPlease note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.\n \nSuccessful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. \n<h2>More Support</h2>\nIf you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact <a href=\"mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk\">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£51,029 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T14:12:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f2882076-bdfd-4fd4-9f22-e730d04f8a0c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c7c648f3-318d-4ca0-80f1-ddecb97c369a","title":"Head of Policy Programmes","employer":"Royal Academy of Engineering","department":"","location":"London","locationType":2,"description":"The role\nBrilliant things happen when brilliant people connect. Engineers and policymakers have so much to learn from each other in tackling complex social, environmental and technical challenges. Our Policy Fellowships programmes, and our work on Systems Thinking in Government, is all about building connections, collaborations and networks between experienced engineers and those at the heart of policymaking.\nThis role will shape, deliver and continuously improve our programme of activities connecting engineers with policymakers across national, devolved and local government. It will involve delivering across three related programmes:\n<ul>\n<li>Our Policy Fellowships, a programme that connects policymakers with engineers and which is creating a unique network of policymakers, engineers and other experts who are working together to develop fresh insights and approaches to economic, social and technical problems.</li>\n<li>The new Senior Policy Fellowship, designed for the most senior civil servants, ensuring that systems thinking and engineering insight are at the heart of government.</li>\n<li>Our systems thinking in government team, which works with government teams to help them shape and implement systems approaches to complex challenges.</li>\n</ul>\nAs Head of Policy Programmes, you will lead the Policy Fellowships and Systems Thinking in Government teams to ensure that these programmes are delivered effectively, with excellent user experience. You’ll continually monitor and improve these programmes, ensuring that we have a diverse range of policy participants, and finding new modes of delivery to scale impact. They will support their teams to ensure that they are continually developing and thriving in their roles.\nYou will be closely involved in the Senior Policy Fellowship, and will design and deliver the programme by building relationships and creating a bespoke offer that has prestige and value across the most senior levels in policy making.\nWe are looking for someone creative, who is brilliant at building relationships and is fascinated by the world of policy and the challenges that policymakers tackle. Help us to make these exciting programmes the best that they can be!\nOur location\nOur light, spacious head office is based in a fantastic location in central London with views over St James’s Park and close to the West End. We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with a baseline for office-based working of a mandatory weekly team day plus further days each week as required for the role and the Academy.\nWho are we?\nEngineering matters. It shapes our everyday lives, from our ability to turn the lights on, have a hot shower and commute into work, to the mobile phones we rely on to keep connected. It also plays a vital role in addressing some of the biggest challenges facing society today, from climate change to global health pandemics and cyber threats.\nThe Royal Academy of Engineering is a charity that harnesses the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation, and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age.\nWith a diverse workforce and an inclusive and supportive culture, we look to attract candidates from wide and different backgrounds who have a passion for the role engineering plays in society. Our aim is to make the Academy the best place to work for the staff we have and those we seek to attract.\nWhy work for us?\nWe’re looking for people who are driven to make the world a better place. If you’re passionate about what you do and want to work collaboratively with talented colleagues to make change happen now and for future generations, we want you to get in touch.\nThis is the perfect time to join us. We have a dynamic, visionary CEO, a strong leadership team and an ambitious and exciting strategy. The value we bring as experts in our field and change agents is highly recognised and makes the Academy a motivating place to be. Our work today builds on a long, proud history with a focused and ambitious future which we’d love you to be part of.\nWe are looking for talented people who want to make a difference, to join our team – is this you? For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. \nClosing date: 19 May 2025.\nInterview date: 11 June 2025.\nThe Academy is committed to making reasonable adjustments to remove barriers that hinder applicants from applying or staff from working effectively and comfortably.\nThe Academy is proud to be an ‘A’ rated visa sponsorship licence holder and will consider visa sponsorship for a migrant skilled worker visa (1 to 5 years) or a new entrant visa (1 to 2 years) where a role is eligible (as defined by the Home Office), in that a suitable Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code is identified, and minimum salary expectations are met. \nA certificate of sponsorship and a skilled worker visa application will only be made when an applicant is successful in being ‘conditionally’ offered the role. 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We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Policy and Partnerships to establish and lead a band new team that will guide Medway Council through a pivotal period of transition under local government reorganisation.About the role: This high-profile role will be reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. You will spearhead the Policy and Partnerships team and your leadership will be crucial in shaping the future of our region's devolution priorities and ensuring the best possible outcomes for Medway’s residents. Key responsibilities:<ul>\n<li>Lead policy development: Manage complex policy initiatives, ensuring Medway Council's voice is heard at the government level. Provide expert advice to senior leaders and elected members. </li>\n<li>Project management: Oversee programmes and projects, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of objectives.</li>\n<li>Policy documentation: Produce comprehensive briefing papers and policy documents, facilitating the publication of guidance and reports.</li>\n<li>Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including Members, Corporate Management Team, external partners, and residents.</li>\n<li>Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with external entities.</li>\n</ul>The person we are looking for: A strategic thinker and leader who will thrive in the fast-paced and evolving environment and be able to work, lead and motivate a team successfully through periods of pressure. A first-rate communicator, highly organised and with a strong track record of delivering on key projects, implementing policies and change, a chance to establish a new, high-profile team means this post could be a career-defining role for the right candidate. Interested? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Watts, Chief Operating Officer, at 01634 334411.In return we offer you<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>Hybrid working style - can work from home or in the office</li>\n</ul>Our organisationMedway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.The Finance and Business Improvement Division are seeking to appoint a Head of Policy and Partnerships. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Important InformationApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 1 week of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Interviews will be held week commencing 19-21 May 2025.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range Service Manager (£61,140 - £73,241) per annum plus special allowance payment of £5573 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-24T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f523f725-5393-4402-a8ac-24c37ab9ecbd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0c057a2a-836b-4315-bbc3-6fede21fb1ed","title":"Licenses and Subscriptions Officer","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<div>An excellent opportunity to work within a Shared Technology Service in Procurement</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The Post</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The post holder will work as part of Shared Technology Services (STS) within the Procurement Team. 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You will also provide support to the Senior Procurement Officer with end to end procurement activities, manage the validation and payment of supplier invoices and manage internal billing.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The Person</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The ideal candidate will be able to manage a busy workload and will have the ability to work under pressure and manage a variety of conflicting demands effectively.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>You will also be required to have strong organisational skills with the ability to work flexibly and produce speedy and accurate data at short notice. </div>\n<div>Closing date: 8 May 2025 (23:59)</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Additional Information </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. 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This will include the following areas of work: \n \n - Taking samples/test purchases of age restricted products (tobacco/alcohol/knives); consumer goods such as toys, cosmetics and electrical items, to have them checked against legal standards. \n - Stopping doorstep rogue traders \n - Working with partners to protect consumers and businesses from frauds and scams. \n - Investigating rogue traders, preparing criminal cases, and giving evidence in court. \n - Inspecting businesses and investigating consumer complaints. \n \nYour role will be varied. As an Apprentice Trading Standards Professional, you’ll be working towards a recognised professional qualification (degree level). You will be supported through a structured training programme. With a defined career path, you will qualify as a Trading Standards Professional capable of working across various disciplines which may, depending on your option modules include, fair trading, feed/food, product safety, and weights and measures. It’s a highly rewarding job in public service, where you can make a real difference. \nEnfield is a diverse Borough which offers a unique and enriching environment for individuals to develop their skills and contribute to our Council Plan - \"Investing in Enfield – Enfield Council Plan 2023-2026.\" Enfield-Council-Plan-2023-2026-Your-Council.pdf \nThe successful candidate will, in addition to their Level 6 studies, be responsible for managing their own operational workload. They will be expected to participate in the development, planning, delivery and management of projects, to ensure our local priorities are met. This will involve undertake investigations and various enforcement activities, including preparing notes, statements and prosecution reports. \nAbout You: \n \n - To be considered, you’ll need a good standard of education, and the aptitude and commitment to study towards a professional qualification. You’ll need the ability and desire to learn, and the capacity to understand and interpret complex legislation. You’ll also need good communication and customer service skills, high attention to detail, and great organisational skills. You must also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and be able to use other software systems. \n \nAs a minimum you must have GCSE (or equivalent) English (grade 5) and Maths (grade 5) and two A level subjects or equivalent ie, BTEC or a Level 4 apprenticeship. \nApprenticeships are open to age 16 and over and not in full-time education. \nCourse provider \nCredit Services Association Learning Ltd (Learning brochure attached below) \nWorking Week \nFull time, 36 hours per week including training. \nWe welcome applications from everyone, with a special encouragement for our residents of the Borough of Enfield. \nContact Details - \nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Claire Turner, Senior Recruitment Advisor on claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk \n \nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. \nPlease note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your supporting statement within your application. \nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working. \nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council: \n \n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). \n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. \n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. \n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. \n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. \n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. 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Our housing asset management team is dedicated to ensuring decent, healthy, and sustainable homes for the future of our community.\nThe Commercial and Compliance Performance Manager role will provide overall leadership of the professional quantity surveying service and the commercial team within the Housing Asset Management department providing assurance and expertise to colleagues to ensure value for money, cost control compliant procurement, and building health and safety compliance. Supporting a programme of works of between £30m and £60m per annum.\nAs the Commercial and Compliance Performance Manager you will:\n• lead and motivate the team to deliver professional quantity surveying and procurement duties and services including, accurate measurements of works, valuation of works and contract variations • provide regular checks, tests and audits of housing building safety and compliance work programmes • develop policies, procedures and data management improvements • provide regular checks, tests and audits of health and safety and the delivery of work across the Housing Asset Management department, overseeing the Health and Safety manager • be the expert to ensure adherence to contract conditions, procurement rules and council policies and procedures.\nOur ideal Commercial and Compliance Performance Manager will have skills and experience that includes:\n• extensive knowledge of construction contract law and associated regulations • comprehensive understanding of council policies including contract procurement and procedure rules • demonstrated effective leadership qualities and the ability to manage staff to deliver high quality quantity surveying services • proven track record in cost management within construction, using various forms of contract, ideally JCT and NEC • in depth knowledge and understanding of project financial management principles including cost estimating, forecasting, and reporting • degree qualified or track record of experience • chartered Member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or other recognised related bodies such as Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.\nIn your application, please ensure your supporting statement addresses all areas of the person specification.\nThis post is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.\nYou must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.\nIt is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.\nWe have tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.\nEaling Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. 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Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor’s housing investment programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration.\n \n<h2>About the team</h2>\nThis role is in the Housing Strategy and Policy team, which is responsible for developing the Mayor’s housing policies. The remit of the Housing Strategy and Policy team covers a broad range of policy areas including new supply, homelessness, rough sleeping, building safety and private rented sector policy. In this post you will be working alongside colleagues to formulate policy to deliver on the Mayor’s priorities and to ensure these policies are informed by sound evidence.\n \n<h2>About the role</h2>\nThis role will tackle a variety of housing issues. The role will focus on policy work that supports the Mayor of London’s agenda to increase levels of housebuilding in London. You’ll become an expert in your policy area and the solutions needed for London’s housing crisis to support senior colleagues across the Housing & Land directorate and the Mayor’s office. You will be responsible for proactively leading on both policy development and implementation, negotiating the trade-offs and complexities inherent in housing policy. You will draw on an ability to build and manage effective working relationships, as the role requires engagement with senior politicians, London boroughs, housing associations, central government departments, and wider external stakeholders. You will work in coordination with other GLA policy and delivery teams covering planning, regeneration, infrastructure, social policy and economic development.\n \n \n<h2>What your day will look like </h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Leading on the development, review and implementation of housing policies.</li>\n<li>Providing advice to the Deputy Mayor for Housing and the Mayor of London.</li>\n<li>Researching housing issues through the analysis and interpretation of data, policy information, research and legislation.</li>\n<li>Respond to enquiries about the Mayor’s housing policies from London Assembly members, the trade press, Londoners, and other stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Realise and promote the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities, and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>\nTo be considered for the role you must meet and address the following essential technical requirements in your application:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Good understanding of issues and policy relating to housing or equivalent policy area.</li>\n<li>An understanding of the GLA’s commitment to equality and diversity.</li>\n</ul>\n \nYou must also meet the following behavioural competencies in your application, as explained further in the GLA Competency Framework (linked below):\n \n<ul>\n<li>Research and analysis (Level 2 indicators of performance)</li>\n<li>Building and managing relationships (Level 2 indicators of performance)</li>\n<li>Communicating and influencing (Level 2 indicators of performance)</li>\n<li>Problem solving (Level 2 indicators of performance).</li>\n</ul>\n \n<h1>\nThe GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf\">GLA Competency Framework</a>\n</h1>\n \n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<h2>If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>An up to date CV</li>\n<li>A covering letter with a maximum of 1,500 words, which outlines how you meet the two essential technical requirements and the four behavioural competencies (outlined above, behavioural competencies explained further in the GLA Competency Framework). We recommend that you structure your cover letter with sub-headings and include specific examples to ensure you present the information required for shortlisting. </li>\n</ul>\nPlease ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your cover letter.\n \nWord or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)\n \nPlease note, if you do not submit the above, you are unlikely to be considered for the role.\n \nAs part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. \n \n<h2>If you have questions about the role </h2>\n<h2>\nAlexis Harris, the hiring manager, will be holding a live one-hour session on MS Teams which will provide the opportunity for applicants to find out more about the role. This will be held on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 12:30-1:30pm. The session will not be recorded. </h2>\n<a href=\"https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDllNzQ2ZDQtOWI3Yi00MzUzLTg5YTctY2M3OTNjZjk2ZDk3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2230653dea-fb01-4b4c-8ddf-c183f89febfb%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2241120b4c-6565-44b2-ac27-66457bb42392%22%7d\">Join the meeting now (link here)</a>\n<h2>If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.</h2>\n \nAssessment process\n \nOnce you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.\n \nIf shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview and will also be required to participate in a short assessment. The interview will be competency based and address the technical requirements and competencies outlined above.\n \nThe interview and assessment dates will be confirmed after applications are reviewed but are expected to take place in early June 2025. Interviews will be held in person at our GLA office in Southwark (169 Union Street, SE1 0LL).\n \n \nEquality, diversity and inclusion\nLondon'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, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.\n \nWe particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.\n \nWe 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. \nPlease note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.\n \n<h2>Benefits</h2>\nGLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.\nIn addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.\n<h2> </h2>\n<h2>Additional Information</h2>\nPlease note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.\n \nSuccessful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. \n \n \nIf you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying \n<ul>\n<li>On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period;</li>\n<li>successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and</li>\n<li>at least 18 months service with the GLA </li>\n</ul>\n \nIf you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the <a href=\"http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/16973\">Approval for secondment application</a> form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy. This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy. Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.\n \nIf you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. 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We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.\nAt Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. 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Policy Officer

Greater London Authority

£51,029 per annum

Southwark (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Head of Policy Programmes

Royal Academy of Engineering

£65,930 + excellent benefits

London (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Head of Policy and Partnerships

Medway Council

Range Service Manager (£61,140 - £73,241) per annum plus special allowance payment of £5573 per annum

Gun Wharf/Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Licenses and Subscriptions Officer

Brent Council

£46,512 - £49,551

Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex (Hybrid)

Posted 5 days ago

Level 6 Apprentice – Trading Standards Professional

London Borough of Enfield

£29,346 pa

Enfield (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Commercial and Compliance Performance Manager

London Borough of Ealing

£64,317 to £67,812 p.a., inclusive (Grade 16)

Ealing (Hybrid)

Posted 15 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Senior Policy Officer (Housing)

Greater London Authority

£56,797

City Hall, Kamal Chunchie Way (Hybrid)

Posted 15 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Senior Policy & Public Affairs Officer

Southwark Council

£44,430 - £51,663

Southwark, London (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Head of Policy & Performance

Elmbridge Borough Council

£81,185 - £90,191 + £6500 allowance

Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD (On-Site)

Posted 18 days ago

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9 Policy job vacancies in Greater London

Job alerts

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Policy Officer

Head of Policy Programmes

Head of Policy and Partnerships

Licenses and Subscriptions Officer

Level 6 Apprentice – Trading Standards Professional

Commercial and Compliance Performance Manager

Senior Policy Officer (Housing)

Senior Policy & Public Affairs Officer

Head of Policy & Performance

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Policy job vacancies in Greater London