How to apply

1. Use our current vacancies page to find the jobs that interest you. You can sign up to receive vacancy alerts.
2. The job advert will provide you with all the key information you need to decide if this job is right for you. Click on ‘Apply Online’ at the top or bottom of the advert when you are ready.
3. You will then be redirected to our online recruitment system: Taleo. If you're a new user you will need to register your details to create a user account.
4. Submit your application, along with a CV and personal statement, and wait to hear from us. We contact all candidates to let you know whether or not you have been successful.

You'll need to submit an up-to-date CV and a personal statement when applying for roles at the GLA. We suggest that your CV is no longer than two pages and that your personal statement has a maximum of 1500 words.

Your CV is the first thing an employer sees about you. Here are some tips to help you make a great first impression.

• Spend time to get your CV right.
• Read the job description and show the employer how you can add value.
• Tailor your CV to the job giving clear evidence as to why you meet the requirements.
• Be honest, stick to facts.
• Keep it brief, ideally no more than 2 pages.
• Use a simple layout and make your headings bold so that they stand out.
• Always proof read and spell check before sending.

For more advice, visit CV advice on National Careers Service.

How to write a personal statement

A personal statement is a great way to sell your skills and show how good you would be for a role. It is an opportunity to describe how you match the skills and experience the recruiting manager is looking for. This can be especially useful if you need to show any transferable skills. You can use examples of your experience and knowledge gained from your current and previous employment, voluntary work, education, leisure interests and any other activities you consider relevant to the role. 

Your personal should be no more than 1500 words, so avoid listing your role duties and responsibilities, as this should be covered in the employment history section of your CV.  When showing how you meet the essential requirements as outlined in the job advert make it clear what you did, using ‘I’ not ‘we’.  Be clear, concise and don't forget to check your spelling and punctuation.

All job vacancies will close at 23.59 on the closing date (given on the job advert).

Please make sure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your online application form before this closing time as we cannot accept late applications.

If you'd like some help to complete the application process, or if you'd like more information about any of our vacancies, then please email our Resources Team: [email protected]

If you have a question about a specific vacancy, please make sure you mention the reference details used in the job advert.

All our vacancies are advertised online. The purpose of completing the application is to enable you to be shortlisted for interview. Your application is matched against the requirements set out in the person specification to create a shortlist. 

Please note, if you do not provide both a CV and a personal statement, you will not be considered for the role. Please upload your Personal Statement to the ‘Additional Documents’ section of the application form and upload your CV to the ‘Resume’ section. All documents uploaded must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and do not include any photographs or images. 

Unfortunately, due to the large volumes of applications the GLA receives, we are not able to offer feedback to those unsuccessful at application stage.

If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact [email protected].