Education Policy & Research Lead

AQA Recruiting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bupa Health Insurance

Health Care Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Electric Vehicle Leasing

Pension up to 18.5%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

AQA is seeking a Policy and Research Manager to shape national education policy through evidence and insight. Based in London or Manchester, the role sits in a high-profile Policy and Public Affairs team and offers hybrid working.

You'll develop evidence-based policy positions, engage senior stakeholders and translate research into practical recommendations that influence learners, teachers and the wider system.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy, public affairs or a regulatory environment.
• Experience engaging government, civil service or employer stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse information from multiple sources and develop clear recommendations.
• Ability to translate policy thinking into practical outcomes and partnerships.
• Knowledge of technical and vocational education policy.
• Experience managing multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining AQA's policy positions, ensuring they remain evidence-based, relevant and responsive to policy changes.
• Leading the production of policy papers, consultation responses, briefings and thought leadership content.
• Monitoring political, regulatory and educational developments, identifying risks, opportunities and implications for AQA.
• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, education organisations, think tanks and other key stakeholders.
• Commissioning and managing research projects, including surveys, polling and data analysis, to inform policy recommendations.
• Translating complex research, evidence and policy developments into clear, actionable insight for a range of audiences.
• Representing AQA at sector events, policy forums, roundtables and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Policy experience

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory environment

Analytical thinking

Policy translation

Education policy knowledge

Job description

AQA is seeking a Policy and Research Manager to shape national education policy through evidence and insight. Based in London or Manchester, the role sits in a high-profile Policy and Public Affairs team and offers hybrid working.

You'll develop evidence-based policy positions, engage senior stakeholders and translate research into practical recommendations that influence learners, teachers and the wider system.