We’re seeking emerging professionals to be part of the NLA NextGen Committee and connected projects.

From those who apply to the call, we will be choosing 5 new members to join the committee. Anyone who is unsuccessful we do continue to draw on submissions throughout the year for experts and contributors to this and our wider programme. 

About the NLA NextGen Committee: 

The NLA NextGen network is an integral NLA network that supports and nurtures the development of emerging professionals. From a core NextGen Committee to monthly networking events, the programme aims to provide a space for emerging voices between 2-10 into their careers within the built environment sector to broaden networks, gain fresh perspectives and learn from peers from across the built environment sector. 

The NLA NextGen Committee are the spokespeople for their network and an active working group. Recognising the central role rising voices play in shaping London’s future, the NextGen Committee support the NLA team to amplify the voices and needs of NextGen network, identifying opportunities to support career progression and skills, and action these through the NLA programme and beyond. From the moment of entrance to the sector, grow in and shift within.  

Currently the committee are working on a piece of research titled ‘NextGen Rising: How London can back its emerging talent’ - a project that puts early-career professionals at the heart of London’s built environment agenda. The aim is to produce actionable recommendations that employers, educators and policymakers can use to unlock potential, close skills gaps, and ensure London’s built environment is a place where diverse talent can thrive. 

The project will highlight exemplar initiatives already making a difference, while shining a light on the gaps and challenges that remain, and is framed around three urgent themes: 

Committee requirements: 

We particularly welcome applicants who enjoy collaboration, taking initiative and turning ideas into action. 

We particularly encourage applications from groups that are underrepresented in the built environment sector, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ voices.  

We also encourage applications from those working in roles or sectors not traditionally represented on built environment Committees (such as operations, HR, finance, arts and culture, transport, land ownership and stewardship). 

Questions for applicants:  

If you are unable to complete the form and would like to speak to us about an alternative form of application, such as video, please email on eliza.grosvenor@nla.london or call on 020 7636 4044. 

Key dates to be aware of: