The Mayor’s Office of Policing and Crime (MOPAC) was established on 16 January 2012. It is led by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, supported (since 1 June 2012) by the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC), Stephen Greenhalgh.

The Mayor, as occupant of MOPAC has several key roles, most importantly, setting the strategic direction and accountability for policing. In this role, the Mayor has extensive financial responsibilities. He is responsible for setting a budget for policing and has considerable powers to commission services and provide crime and disorder grants. The Mayor also works with partners to prevent and tackle crime and re-offending. The Mayor contributes to resourcing of the policing response to regional and national threats and ensures that London is able to play its part in respect of the Home Secretary’s “strategic policing requirement”.

MOPAC staff discharge a broad range of statutory duties and are directly accountable to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime in delivering their agenda for London. We are dedicated to building a professional, highly skilled workforce that will deliver the Police and Crime Plan for London.

Current vacancies

MOPAC is led at official level by a Chief Operating Officer, Helen Bailey, who has recently restructured the organisation to deliver the recently launched Police and Crime Plan. Please see Helen's message attached below. These new posts are now being recruited to in order to complete the new team.

This is a rare and genuine opportunity to make a real difference and join a high performing and ambitious organisation working at the forefront of policing and crime in London. MOPAC welcomes applications from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. Reasonable adjustment will be made to working arrangements to accommodate a person with a disability who otherwise would be prevented from undertaking the work.

Please see below for full details of these posts, with details how to apply and associated documents at the bottom of the page.

Company Secretary

Grade; 4 Salary; £52,232- £58,808

As the Company Secretary to the MOPAC you will occupy a key role in leading the organisation’s private office and ensuring efficient and effective corporate governance. You will manage the small team responsible for providing effective private office support for the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime and the Chief Operating Officer. This is a high profile role, convening and managing a range of internal management meetings and external MOPAC Panels and Boards whilst providing expert advice on company law and governance. Risk management, complaints, health and safety and the efficient management of MOPAC correspondence with key stakeholders and the public are all within the remit of the role.

This role requires the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators qualification with the proven ability to understand and interpret company law. Alternatively, you will have this ability together with significant experience of working with and advising/influencing very senior managers as well as leading a team to deliver a high quality and efficient service. You will also be a self-starter with exceptional organisational skills together with in depth experience of handling correspondence, complaints, investigations which are integral to the post. 

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Kerry Brown (Interim Company Secretary) on 020 7983 5695 If you have any questions about the process please contact Helen Longley at the GLA on 020 7983 4230 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 10 July 2013

Corporate Administration Manager

Grade; 6 Salary; £37,029- £42,491

As the Corporate Administration Manager, reporting to the Company Secretary, you will be responsible for managing the provision of support to all of the MOPACs corporate meetings and for ensuring decision making processes in the organisation work efficiently and effectively. The role is key to supporting the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime by keeping records of his diary, meetings, briefings and ensuring decisions and actions are monitored/implemented. Given the responsibilities for the administration of key meetings and boards this role makes a broad and significant contribution to MOPACs delivery of the Police and Crime Plan.

This role requires the successful applicant to have acquired significant experience in a similar function and a very good understanding of the sensitivities and complexities inherent in working within a heavily political environment is desirable. Experience of business improvement and supporting senior executives is essential.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Kerry Brown (Interim Company Secretary) on 020 7983 5695 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Shelley Graver at the GLA on 020 7983 4143 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 24th July 2013

Information Governance Manager

Grade; 6 Salary; £37,029- £42,491

As the Information Governance Manager, reporting to the Company Secretary, you will be responsible for correspondence handling across the MOPAC, handling Mayor`s questions, complaints, and all Freedom of Information requests received by the organisation. You will also coordinate public meetings in support of our work to deliver the Police and Crime Plan. The volume of work is high and you will be responsible for reviewing and maintaining key business processes that support these activities. The role has a significant part to play in the overall effectiveness of the MOPACs private office function supporting colleagues in the team and across the wider organisation and contributing to a range of projects such electronic records and knowledge management.

This role requires the successful applicant to have acquired significant experience in a similar function which involves a working knowledge of local government, parliamentary questions, FOI and Data Protection. Also essential is a high standard of written and spoken English and writing clear, concise formal correspondence. The post holder will have strong organisational, research, and administrative skills and demonstrate a track record of meeting tight deadlines.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Kerry Brown (Interim Company Secretary) on 020 7983 5695. If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Helen Longley at the GLA on 020 7983 4230 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 25th July 2013

E-Business Manager

Grade; 4 Salary; £52,232- £58,808

As the E- Business Manager you will have a key role for the development of the MOPAC as an effective organisation that can deliver its priorities. The key focus will be understanding MOPACs information requirements and translating these into workable solutions with the MOPACs IT service provider; the post holder will be the key interface between the service provider and each Directorate in the MOPAC. The responsibility for developing a knowledge management strategy for the organisation, improving integration of information systems and enabling the MOPAC to utilise its repository of knowledge to support the delivery of the Police and Crime Plan will reside in this role. The post holder will also ensure the critical activity of securing effective electronic record management arrangements which comply with best practice and relevant legislation.

This role requires strong IS/IT management experience together with effective communication skills to work with non-technical colleagues inside and external to the MOPAC. Experience of managing IS/IT providers is essential. The successful applicant will need to be able to demonstrate successful implementation of one or more responsibilities of the role (knowledge management, electronic records management etc) in a complex organisational setting.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Siobhan Coldwell Head of Strategy and Corporate Planning on 020 7983 5585 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Shelley Graver at the GLA on 020 7983 4143 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 19th July 2013

Head of Services

Grade; 2 Salary; £70,914- £79,816

As Head of Services in our Programmes and Neighbourhoods Directorate you will be responsible for leading the teams directly delivering Police and Crime Plan commitments on crime reduction and prevention with the aim of reducing crime by 20%. Examples of current programmes of work include areas such as Gangs and Youth violence, violence against women and girls and the reduction of re-offending. You will provide strong leadership for the newly established area based teams and help ensure that Safer Neighbourhood Boards are established and focused. Much of the work will be with external partners developing relevant policies and strategies at a national, regional and borough level.

This role requires considerable skill and experience in establishing and developing partner relationships, strong negotiating skills, an ability to influence at very senior levels and leadership capability to motivate both a small team and colleagues across MOPAC. You will have a relevant qualification or extensive experience in one or more of the critical areas of the job together with good knowledge and experience of policing and crime.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Howard Crabtree (Interim Head of HR and OD) on 020 7983 5679 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Elizabeth North at the GLA on 020 7983 4880 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 24 July 2013

Head of Workforce and Professional Standards

Grade; 3 Salary; £61,171- £68,849

As Head of Workforce and Professional Standards you will be responsible for supporting our work toward the effective implementation of Metropolitan Police Service workforce reform (contributing to the commitment to reduce MPS costs by 20%). Significantly you will also maintain effective oversight of MPS professional standards arrangements – vital for maintaining public confidence in the force. Other responsibilities will involve you in the Winsor workforce reforms of the police, equality and diversity, Police Appeals Tribunals and MOPACs contribution to the development of the National Police College.

This role requires considerable skill and experience in establishing and developing partner relationships, strong negotiating skills, an ability to influence at very senior levels and leadership capability to motivate both a small team and colleagues across MOPAC. You will have a relevant legal qualification or extensive legal experience together with good knowledge and experience of policing and workforce matters.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Amobi Modu (Head of Business Management and Change) on 020 7983 5860 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Elizabeth North at the GLA on 020 7983 4880 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 11th July 2013

Strategic Finance and Resource Management Accountant

Grade; 4 Salary; £52232- £58,808

As Strategic Finance and Resource Management Accountant you will be responsible for the effective monitoring and financial management of the MOPAC’s budget and give expert support across all accounts related activities in the business. You will advise on the financial aspects on a wide range of internal and external matters, constantly secure value for money and greater efficiency as well as providing clear analysis and proactive performance information. The post requires you to support the Head of Strategic Finance and Resource Management in effectively challenging the financial, procurement, IS/IT and estate related matters within the Metropolitan Police Service.

This role requires CIPFA or equivalent CCAB accounting qualification and a solid background in managing budgets, finalising accounts, and managing projects robustly. Knowledge of local government financial, accounting and legislative frameworks would be an advantage as well as exposure to working in a political environment.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Annabel Cowell Head of Strategic Finance and Resource Management on 020 7983 4104 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Shelley Graver at the GLA on 020 7983 4143 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative Date for interview; 15th July 2013

Programme Manager (2 posts)

Grade; 5 Salary; £43,977- £50,465

As one of three Programme Managers you will be responsible for the delivery of Police and Crime Plan commitments on crime reduction, reducing offending, and prevention against an aim of reducing crime by 20%. You will therefore deliver programmes of work against our newly established priorities, for example gangs and youth violence, violence against women and girls and the reduction of reoffending. Post holders will develop and analyse policy, produce strategies and manage complex areas of work such as custody oversight. These responsibilities will require you to write briefings and support senior politicians and managers respond effectively to London Assembly committees. This role requires education to degree level with experience and/or relevant programme management qualification. You must be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of policing and crime.

The role also requires exceptional skill and experience in establishing and developing partner relationships, strong negotiating skills, an ability to influence at very senior levels and leadership capability to motivate both a small team and colleagues across MOPAC. It has a need to work outside office hours on an occasional basis.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Jain Lemom /Susan Doran/Lynne Abrams/Tom Burnham (Senior Programme Managers) on 020 7983 4925/4798/4930/4950 If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Elizabeth North at the GLA on 020 7983 4880 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 18th July 2013

Senior Organisational Development Manager

Grade; 3 Salary; £61,171 - £68,849

As the Senior OD Manager you will provide a strategic HR and OD service to the MOPAC which will initially have a major impact on preparation for the so called “Stage 2 “ transfer impacting on the management of civilian resources with the Metropolitan Police Service. You will manage the MOPACs engagement performance and engagement with shared service providers for example IT and HR. The post will ensure effective development interventions that improve organisational and individual capacity and secure sound succession plans; you will work closely with the recognised trade union facilitating partnership working as well as delivering high quality internal communications.

This role requires a CIPD qualification. The post holder must be able to demonstrate evidence of strategic management of HR and OD as well as experience of all major OD activities; employee relations, industrial relations, learning and development, compensation and benefits, recruitment and selection, organisational design, performance management. Evidence must be demonstrated of successfully devising and implementing HR & OD led initiatives to support organisational strategy. You should have a proven track record of building, motivating and inspiring effective teams and holding them to account through rigorous performance management. A good knowledge of employment legislation and experience in handling ET cases would be an advantage.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Howard Crabtree (Interim Head of HR and OD) on 020 7983 5679. If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Helen Longley at the GLA on 020 7983 4230 or email glajobs@london.gov.uk. Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013. Indicative date for interview; 15th July 2013

How to apply for one of these roles:-

For ALL job roles, please see the relevant job remit (found below) for more information. If you would like to apply, please complete the attached MOPAC Application Form, addressing all of the role requirements and competencies found within the job remit. Please also complete a Diversity Questionnaire, which can be downloaded below. Please also see below MOPAC’s staff benefits.

Applications should be submitted by the closing date of midnight on 23rd June 2013 and sent to The Resourcing Team at glajobs@london.gov.uk Or by post to The Resourcing Team, HR&OD, The Greater London Authority, City Hall, The Queen’s Walk, London SE1 2AA Political Restriction; Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011) all members of staff of the MOPAC will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption

 

MOPAC London ICV Scheme

Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) are volunteer members of the local community appointed to make sure that the welfare of people detained in police stations is maintained. They call at police stations unannounced and write short reports about their visit. Their recommendations can require the police to make improvements for the welfare of detainees. They play a valuable role in maintaining public confidence in this important area of policing.

The MOPAC recruits its volunteer ICVs from as many different backgrounds and communities as possible so that the scheme properly reflects London’s diverse communities.

Please visit our ICV pages to find out more about the role of custody visitors and how to apply.

Download the application form below. Please email the application form to icvrecruitment@mopac.london.gov.uk or post it to the address shown on the form.

 

The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime is an equal opportunities employer.