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, the Deputy Mayor, and the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities.
We are looking to strengthen our financial oversight team and we have exciting opportunities for individuals with an interest in providing high-quality strategic financial advice to the MOPAC Chief Financial Officer and the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. Providing oversight of the MPS budget, you will play a key role in shaping financial efficiency and accountability, including the medium-term financial plan, capital strategy, major transformational programmes and significant commercial contracts. This role will be attractive to those who are strategic thinkers and are able to identify the key issues. The ability to write clear briefings, analyse significant investment proposals and develop and maintain good working relationships are a key part of the role.
Application Process
Candidates need to submit their CV and employment history and must answer the supplementary questions which are:
* How would you scrutinise business cases for investment in key projects/technology? What key elements would you want to draw out in your analysis?
* How have you effectively managed budgets and independently planned projects to meet deadlines? Highlight a specific project where your financial leadership skills played a pivotal role in achieving successful outcomes.
* When have you scrutinised financial decisions? Explain your approach to ensuring value for money.
* Provide an overview of your experience working in political environments. How did you navigate challenges related to political dynamics while fulfilling financial responsibilities, emphasising instances where you maintained objectivity and transparency?
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.
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 HR@mopac.london.gov.uk.
We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview to 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.
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