Senior Advisor to Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime

Reference: MOPACSADMPC

Salary: £67,111 ~ £75,329

Grade: 4

Contract type: Permanent, Full Time

About the role

The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is the organisation through which the Mayor of London exercises his role as the Police and Crime Commissioner for London and is led by the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. MOPAC undertakes a broad range of statutory duties and works closely with the Mayor of London, Deputy Mayor and Metropolitan Police Service to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Advisor who understands and can demonstrate collaborative working, leadership, and integrity within the role, and strives to deliver outcomes we can be proud of as a team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), where no two days are the same. We are seeking a highly motivated and politically astute individual to join a fast-paced team dedicated to improving the safety and justice outcomes for Londoners.

In this pivotal role, you will advise and support the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime in delivering the Mayor’s Police and Crime Plan, overseeing the Metropolitan Police, and driving forward a more effective criminal justice system and crime reduction initiatives across the capital.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong political awareness and an understanding of the criminal justice landscape in London.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
• A track record of working in a political, governmental, or public sector context would be advantageous.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality political advice to the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime on critical policing, crime, and justice issues.
• Collaborating with the Head of Private Office and Secretariat to effectively manage priorities, stakeholders, and workflows.
• Playing a key role in delivering MOPAC’s strategic objectives, ensuring the Mayor’s priorities are achieved.
• Engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders in policing, government, and the criminal justice sector.

Why join us?

This role offers the chance to make a tangible difference to the lives of Londoners, ensuring our city remains one of the safest and most dynamic in the world. As part of MOPAC’s Private Office and Secretariat team, you will be at the heart of shaping and delivering key policies and initiatives.

If that sounds exactly what you are looking for in your next move, read our job description below for more information. You can also get in touch with hiring manager #removed# before the closing date, to arrange an informal discussion. We look forward to receiving your application.

Applying for the role

Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV, accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description.

Please note that you will not be able to go back and edit your application once you have pressed the submit button. We advise all candidates to make note of the supplementary questions and draft their answers outside of the recruitment portal.

MOPAC operates a blind recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information (such as your name, pronouns or any personal information) within your supporting question answers or introductory statement.

We will not be using information from CVs for shortlisting scoring and candidates will only be assessed against our application criteria.

We would also advise candidates to avoid using Chat GPT in preparing answers.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email [email protected]

Political Restriction

Political Restriction: under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011), all MOPAC staff members will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption.

Security Vetting Clearance

The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting, which may take around eight weeks to complete. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years.

Reward and Benefits

In addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements.

Where are we based?

We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, which may differ depending on the role requirements.

Got a query on the recruitment process?

If you have a question about the recruitment process, please get in touch with a member of the HR team via email at [email protected]

We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview with any applicant that declares that they have a disability, providing they meet the minimum standards for the job role. These standards are defined in the job description and will often be listed as essential or desirable skills.

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.

Application closing date: Thursday, 13 February 2025 - 23:59.

Interview date: TBC.