HELP SHAPE LONDON'S ECONOMIC SUCCESS
Mayoral Appointments to London's Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) Board
The Mayor of London is inviting applications from the business community to join London’s Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), one of 39 LEPs across England designed to bring the public and private sector together to determine local economic priorities.
Business is at the heart of the Mayor’s agenda. He is looking to appoint new members to the London LEP Board who will support and shape the development of a long-term vision for economic development in London. As well as providing strategic oversight and advice on activities such as the Local Growth Fund, Royal Docks Enterprise Zone, European Structural & Investment Funds and London’s ‘Growth Hub’ - the public/private sector partnership which joins up national and local business support to make it is easy for businesses to find the help they need.
We are seeking candidates from a broad range of backgrounds and would be particularly keen to hear from individuals with expertise and an understanding within one or more of the following sectors - digital technology, science and innovation, creative and cultural, infrastructure and construction, retail, hospitality and tourism, and higher or further education.
We would welcome applications from across all sizes and types of businesses and will be seeking to appoint members from small business and entrepreneurial backgrounds as well as from bigger business.
Applications should show substantial current experience in the private sector, with a commercial awareness and strong and detailed understanding of the London economy and the various opportunities and challenges involved in securing sustainable economic growth. Consideration will be given to ensuring that as a whole, the London LEP has an understanding of the key sectors and different sizes of enterprises in London’s economy.
For information on the role of Board Members and application criteria see the APPLICATION PACK
Further information on the London LEP can be found at https://lep.london.
London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to reflect London's diversity in all Board appointments. The aim is that the London LEP should reflect London’s diversity so we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
For more information on the London LEP Board and how to apply please see our APPLICATION PACK
How to Apply
Candidates are invited to apply by submitting a CV and covering letter (max. 4 sides).
The CV should include details of employment, public appointments, qualifications history and the name and contact details of two referees willing to provide a reference. It should also include any relevant information regarding your eligibility for appointment and any directorships you hold.
The covering letter should provide details of the relevant experience that equips you to serve as a Business Member of the London LEP, in particular addressing the criteria listed under the role specification (see Application Pack).
If you have any queries around the content of this pack, please contact Jamie Izzard or Claire Sherer on +44 (0)20 7983 4420. If you have any queries regarding the application process or if you require information in an alternative format, please email andrew.baxter@london.gov.uk quoting reference LEP2016.
Application closing date: Monday 10 October at 23:59 GMT
Interviews will take place at: City Hall on 19 and 28 October 2016
To apply please click the "Apply" button below.