London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city. We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.). As an organisation we are committed to delivering our services in ways that best suit the needs of our communities. Whilst emergency response is a critical part of what we do, LFB proudly acknowledges the impact Fire Safety Regulation has in ensuring London is a safe place to live. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our High Risk Premises Team (HRPT) as Administrative Assistants. You'll be helping us to make a real difference to the communities of London. You will be part of a hybrid working team supporting the delivery of the Brigade’s Fire Safety Regulation objectives. You will be required to demonstrate the ability to be flexible, organised, plan and prioritise your own work and to meet deadlines and targets with minimal supervision along with having excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ideally, you will have: Experience of handling data in Excel and other Microsoft office systems; Power BI, SharePoint, Office 365 etc. A good understanding of London’s built environment and its complexities. The HRPT look to provide an oversight on high risk buildings across London, including evacuation strategies and construction details. The HRPT regularly provide reports to Senior Management and external stakeholders, in addition to analysing figures and data to satisfy Freedom Of Information (FOI) requests. The HRPT also provides information internally to ensure that all relevant stakeholders are aware of current data and that an operational awareness of such buildings is adequate and informed. Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert. We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. Assessment Overview Stage 1 To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria: 1. Experience of using a range of IT applications and office systems both manual and computerised. 2. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising work and ensuring that deadlines are met. 3. The ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and accurately in writing, by telephone and in person. 4. An understanding of the reasons for the need to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security of data and other sensitive material, and how this can be achieved in an office environment. Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2. Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted. Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form. Stage 2 Assessment for this role is due to take from 27 January 2025. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements. Additional Information Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave) Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave Flexible working including work from home 60% Free access to the Brigade gym Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers Free counselling Season ticket loans Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups Contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts Opportunity to access affordable accommodation In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.