Policy Adviser, Greater London Authority (GLA)

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Policy Adviser to deliver projects and produce research for the London Assembly. The role involves managing project delivery, developing relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality outputs. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, a relevant financial degree, and knowledge of UK governance issues.

Qualifications

• Strong analysis and briefing/report drafting skills in a policy context.
• Ability to quickly understand new topics and financial policy issues.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver projects, including research, briefings, reports.
• Manage and deliver projects effectively, working closely with the team.
• Review budget submissions and financial reports.

Skills

Analysis

Briefing Skills

Financial Policy Knowledge

Education

Relevant Financial Degree

Job description

Policy Adviser, Greater London Authority (GLA)

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About The Role

To deliver projects and produce research, briefings, and reports for the London Assembly, its committees, and its Members.

Principal Accountabilities

• Produce and deliver projects, including research, briefings, reports, and outputs for the London Assembly’s Budget and Performance Committee and its Members.
• Manage and deliver projects effectively, working closely with the team and wider Secretariat to maximize quality and impact.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with officers within the Assembly’s Secretariat, Assembly Members, and officers within the GLA to support project delivery and ensure proper briefing and communication.
• Maintain relationships with partner organizations to ensure stakeholder management and enhance the reputation of the London Assembly.
• Ensure all work and outputs meet high standards of communication and research.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, cross-departmental, and cross-organizational groups and projects, adopting a flexible approach.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Review budget submissions and financial reports, identifying key financial issues and trends.
• Support London Assembly Committees with financial data and information.
• Brief Assembly Members on financial issues.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Essential criteria include:

• Strong analysis and briefing/report drafting skills in a policy context.
• Ability to quickly understand new topics and financial policy issues.
• Knowledge of political, policy, and governance issues related to London and the UK.
• A relevant financial degree or equivalent qualification, or demonstrated financial analysis skills.

Desirable criteria include experience in a political environment and delivering complex policy projects.

Additional Information

Applicants should submit a CV and a personal statement (max 1500 words) addressing the essential criteria. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered. Ensure files are named with the job reference number and are in Word or PDF format, max 1.5MB.

For questions, contact Ross Pike at [e-mail] or the recruitment team at [e-mail].