Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Royal Entomological Society; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A scientific organization focused on insect science is seeking a Policy & Public Affairs Manager in London. In this pivotal role, you'll lead on developing evidence-based policies, engage with key stakeholders, and manage parliamentary groups to influence government policy. The position offers flexible working options, generous benefits, and a commitment to your development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays & loyalty leave

Generous pension

Health benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in policy development & public affairs, ideally within science or environment.
• Strong understanding of UK political systems & influencing levers across all four nations.
• Excellent written & verbal communication, able to engage diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with All-Party Parliamentary Groups (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop evidence-based policy positions & responses to consultations.
• Engage with Ministers, Civil Servants & Parliamentarians across the UK.
• Manage the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Pollinators & Invertebrates.
• Lead the Society's parliamentary events & stakeholder engagement.
• Produce policy briefings, reports & newsletters to drive impact.

Skills

Policy development

Public affairs

Communication

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Full-time (37 hours per week), Permanent

Closing date: 11-08-2025

pa + excellent benefits

London / Flexible (with some UK & international travel)

Do you want to put science at the heart of decision-making? The Royal Entomological Society (RES) is on an ambitious journey with their 20252028 strategy, and are looking for a Policy & Public Affairs Manager to help them become a go-to voice for insect science in the UK and beyond.

In this pivotal role, youll lead on policy development, craft evidence-based positions, and engage with decision-makers to ensure insect science informs government policy. From managing the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Pollinators and Invertebrates to drafting impactful consultation responses and building key relationships across Westminster and the devolved administrations, youll help amplify the voice of their members and research.

What Youll Do

• Develop evidence-based policy positions & responses to consultations
• Engage with Ministers, Civil Servants & Parliamentarians across the UK
• Manage the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Pollinators & Invertebrates
• Lead the Societys parliamentary events & stakeholder engagement
• Produce policy briefings, reports & newsletters to drive impact
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience in policy development & public affairs, ideally within science or environment
• Strong understanding of UK political systems & influencing levers across all four nations
• Excellent written & verbal communication, able to engage diverse audiences
• Strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills
• Experience working with All-Party Parliamentary Groups (desirable)
  
  

Why join the RES?

• enrich the world with insect science
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays & loyalty leave)
• Generous pension, health benefits & cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working & commitment to your development
  
  

If youre passionate about policy, science, and making a real difference, wed love to hear from you.

• Apply now and help shape the future of insect science.
  
  

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