Policy Advisor And Strategist

Summer Browning Associates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy supporting government clients is seeking a Policy Advisor and Strategist for an initial 6-month contract in London. The ideal candidate will draft high-quality briefs and policy papers, prepare responses to Parliamentary questions, and collaborate with various stakeholders on accessibility initiatives. Candidates should have excellent drafting skills and a strong ability to communicate complex issues clearly. An interest in digital inclusion and prior experience in policy development is desirable.

Qualifications

• Ability to draft high-quality ministerial briefs and policy papers swiftly.
• Experience preparing responses to Parliamentary Questions and petitions.
• Skill in collaborating with stakeholders across departments.

Responsibilities

• Draft briefings and policy papers for senior civil servants and ministers.
• Input into strategic frameworks for accessibility initiatives.
• Monitor progress against accessibility objectives.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Ability to communicate complex issues

Curiosity and quick learning

Interest in digital inclusion

Job description

SBA are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking a Policy Advisor and Strategist on an initial 6 month contract.

Responsibilities

• Draft high-quality ministerial briefs, submissions, and policy papers at pace
• Prepare responses to Parliamentary Questions (PQs), petitions, and correspondence
• Input into policy documents and strategic frameworks for digital inclusion
• Brief senior civil servants and ministers on project updates and emerging issues
• Support cross-government engagement on accessibility and inclusion initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to align policy and delivery
• Monitor and evaluate progress against accessibility objectives and report findings

Qualifications

• Excellent drafting and verbal briefing skills, enabling you to communicate effectively and concisely with senior audiences
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple requests calmly
• Experience producing policy documents, PQ responses, and ministerial briefings at pace
• Stakeholder engagement experience, including managing engagement plans and building relationships across government.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Curiosity and ability to learn quickly about services, policy, and technology
• An interest in digital inclusion, accessibility standards, and public service transformation
• Prior experience in policy development or strategy (desirable but not essential)

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