Online Safety Policy Advisor — Regulation & Impact

Ofcom; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ofcom is seeking Policy Advisors for the Online Safety Policy Development team. You will help shape UK online safety policy, work on high‑impact regulatory projects and collaborate with legal, technology, economics and research experts to deliver improved outcomes for users online.

The role involves analyzing data, developing policy options, and communicating complex issues clearly. It may include research on sensitive topics and requires flexible resourcing across priority areas such as AI and

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory policy development and drafting policy documents.
• Knowledge in AI, age assurance and online platform features is a plus.
• Ability to evaluate problems, generate insights and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of online safety policy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues such as legal, technologists and researchers.
• Produce clear briefings, meeting notes and project documentation.

Skills

Regulatory policy

Policy development

AI & Online safety

Data analysis

Job description

Ofcom is seeking Policy Advisors for the Online Safety Policy Development team. You will help shape UK online safety policy, work on high‑impact regulatory projects and collaborate with legal, technology, economics and research experts to deliver improved outcomes for users online.

The role involves analyzing data, developing policy options, and communicating complex issues clearly. It may include research on sensitive topics and requires flexible resourcing across priority areas such as AI and