Housing Research and Analysis Manager

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Housing and Land

The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor’s plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities.  Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor’s housing investment programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration.

About the team

This role is in the Housing Strategy and Policy team, which is responsible for developing the Mayor’s housing policies. The remit of the Housing Strategy and Policy team covers a broad range of policy areas including new supply, homelessness, rough sleeping, building safety and private rented sector policy. In this post you will be working alongside colleagues to formulate policy to deliver on the Mayor’s priorities and to ensure these policies are informed by sound evidence.

About the role

In this role you’ll become an expert in finding the evidence to support the Mayor's agenda to tackle London's housing crisis. You will use your knowledge and analytical skills to inform the work of colleagues across the Housing & Land directorate and the Mayor’s Office, on topics including housebuilding, homelessness and the housing market. You will also ensure that decision makers and Londoners alike have access to the right data and insights, through leading on high-profile publications such as the annual ‘Housing in London’ report. You’ll be able to draw on evidence from a variety of sources and using a range of techniques to understand the complexities of London’s housing circumstances, and how different communities in London are affected. You will manage a small team of housing analysts, delegating effectively and supporting their career development. And you will build positive working relationships with colleagues in other teams, in government and with wider stakeholders.

What your day will look like

• Preparing high-profile analysis publications such as the annual Housing in London report
• Carrying out or supervising research and analysis to inform the development of the Mayor's policies and programmes
• Briefing senior officers, the press team and the Deputy Mayor for Housing on the latest housing statistics
• Supporting the development of the team's Housing Analyst and Senior Housing Analyst
• Developing positive working relationships with contacts across the GLA and in government departments, statistical agencies, private companies and universities

Skills, knowledge and experience

To be considered for the role you must meet and address the following essential technical requirements in your application:

• A proven ability to produce robust analysis to provide expert advice and guidance
• An ability to support the professional development of a small team of analysts
• A commitment to the GLA’s EDI objectives

You must also meet the following behavioural competencies in your application, as explained further in the GLA Competency Framework (linked below):

• Communicating and influencing, with an example of how you have done so using evidence.

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:

• An up to date CV
• A covering letter with a maximum of 1,000 words, which outlines how you meet the essential technical requirements and behavioural competencies (outlined above, behavioural competencies explained further in the GLA Competency Framework). We recommend that you structure your cover letter with sub-headings and include specific examples to ensure you present the information required for shortlisting. 

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your cover letter.

Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)

Please note, if you do not submit the above, you are unlikely to be considered for the role.

We are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

If you have questions about the role

Please contact Kate Webb, the hiring manager, via kate.webb@london.gov.uk with any queries about this role or how to apply.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the Recruitment@tfl.gov.uk team who support the GLA with recruitment.

As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. 

Assessment process

Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview and will also be required to participate in a short assessment. The interview will be competency based and address the technical requirements and competencies outlined above.

The interview and assessment dates will be confirmed after applications are reviewed but are expected to take place in mid July 2025 Interviews will be held in person at our GLA office in Southwark (169 Union Street, SE1 0LL).

For further information regarding the interview/ assessment process please read  Candidate Preparation Pack.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

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, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. 

Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

Benefits

GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

Additional Information

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. 

Secondment Opportunity

If you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying 

• On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period;
• successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and
• at least 18 months service with the GLA 

If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the Approval for secondment application form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy. This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy. Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.

If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment.  For further information, please see Secondment Policy and Procedure.

IMPORTANT: If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the Approval for secondment application form as it is not a secondment.

If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application.

More Support

If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact resourcingteam@london.gov.uk.

The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application.