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Thank you for your interest in a role at the MOPAC. We are excited to hear about your experiences. Join us to make London a safer city for everyone. Independent Champion for Victims and Survivors of Crime in London Are you passionate about justice? Ready to make a real difference for victims and survivors of crime across London? The safety of Londoners is the Mayor of London’s first priority, and he has extensive responsibilities including oversight of the Metropolitan Police Service, setting the priorities for policing and community safety in London and commissioning services to support victims of crime. He delivers those responsibilities through the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is seeking a passionate and independent Victims’ Commissioner to be a strong advocate for victims and survivors of crime across London. This vital role ensures that the voices of victims are heard and prioritised throughout the criminal justice system, driving improvements in how victims experience justice and support. As Victims’ Commissioner, you will identify, report, and campaign for meaningful changes to victim services and criminal justice outcomes in London. You will work closely with government, policing bodies, victim support organisations, and the media to influence policy and promote integrated, victim-centred approaches across agencies. You will advise and support the Deputy Mayor in overseeing the Metropolitan Police Service and other criminal justice agencies. This includes membership of key boards such as the London Policing Board and the London Criminal Justice Board, where you will challenge and encourage continuous improvements in services for victims and witnesses. Building and nurturing strong relationships across the criminal justice system will be essential, as will gathering and representing victims’ feedback and experiences to ensure their needs shape future strategies. You will also lead advocacy efforts using digital and traditional reporting to highlight the impact and importance of the Commissioner’s work. This role, which is a special appointment by the Mayor, demands strategic and operational leadership, working across MOPAC and the Greater London Authority to galvanise support and promote equality, inclusivity, and the elimination of unlawful discrimination within the justice system. Keeping up-to-date with relevant national and local developments is key to effective influence and leadership. About you The ideal candidate will have demonstrative experience working within or alongside the criminal justice system, government, or victim support organisations, demonstrating a deep understanding of the challenges victims face. The postholder will visit MPS and other external partners’ offices on a regular basis alongside working from GLA/MOPAC offices and from home as and when appropriate. Specifically you will have: • Proven ability to lead advocacy for victims., • Demonstrated ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including local and central government, justice agencies, victim support sectors, and grassroots organisations., • Proven political awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a complex political environment., • Experience operating at board or strategic level, with the ability to advise senior political figures such as the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and other key stakeholders., • Very strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with a track record of bringing diverse stakeholders together to advance shared objectives., • Strong evidence-based capabilities., • Expertise and credibility on victims’ issues, with experience working closely with both victims and criminal justice professionals. Want to find out what it’s like to work with MOPAC? You can find out more about MOPAC by visiting our ___ If you have a question about the recruitment process, please email . If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Interviews will be held in person at our London office on 15th and 23rd October 2025. Applying for the Role Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description. Please note that you will not be able to go back and edit your application once you have pressed the submit button. We advise all candidates to make note of the supplementary questions and draft their answers outside of the recruitment portal. MOPAC operates an anonymised recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information (such as your name, pronouns or any personal information) within your supporting question answers or introductory statement. We will not be using information from CVs for shortlisting, and candidates will only be assessed against our application criteria. If we receive a large number of applications, we may choose to shortlist on the lead question, the first supplementary question. We would also advise candidates to avoid using Chat GPT in preparing answers. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email . Political Restriction Political Restriction: under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011), all MOPAC staff members will be politically restricted without the right to apply for an exemption. Security Vetting Clearance The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security checks. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years. Reward and Benefits For employment roles, in addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements. Where are we based? We operate a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub, which may differ depending on the role requirements. Got a query on the recruitment process? If you have a question about the recruitment process, please get in touch with a member of the HR team via email at . We are a disability-confident employer. MOPAC guarantees an interview to any applicant that declares that they have a disability, providing they meet the minimum standards for the job role. These standards are defined in the job description and will often be listed as essential or desirable skills. 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, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.