Senior Policy Advisor - London

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Senior Policy Advisor to create impactful policies for children and families. This role involves developing national strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and contributing to social justice initiatives. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus Birthday Leave

Dependent Leave

Enhanced parental leave and pay

Paid compassionate leave

Paid sick leave

Life cover

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free eye tests and contributions towards glasses

Pension scheme with contributions

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the public policy process at national and local levels.
• Experience in delivering strategic policy and public affairs activity.
• Ability to develop and manage relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver national influencing strategies.
• Build relationships with government and key organisations.
• Produce concise reports and represent at high-level events.

Skills

Policy and public affairs

Stakeholder management

Line management

Job description

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Are you passionate about creating real change for children and families? Join the What Works Centre for Children and Families as a Senior Policy Advisor and lead the charge in shaping impactful policies.

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Senior Policy Advisor

Are you passionate about creating real change for children and families? Join the What Works Centre for Children and Families as a Senior Policy Advisor and lead the charge in shaping impactful policies.

Work for an organisation that strives to be a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together you can achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families.

Focusing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders to provide practical solutions and encourage change, this is an organisation with ambitious aims where people are essential to success.

Position:

Senior Policy Advisor (two permanent roles available)

Location:

London/Hybrid

Hours:

Full Time 35 hours per week (flexible working available)

Salary:

£52,000 plus generous benefits

Contract:

Permanent

Closing Date:

19th August 2024

The role

You'll develop and deliver national influencing strategies, build crucial relationships with government and key organisations, and ensure our research is relevant and influential.

As a policy expert, you'll provide guidance, produce concise reports and briefings, and represent us at high-level events. Your work will be integral in improving early intervention and children's social care services.

If you're ready to make a significant impact and value social justice, this is the role for you.

About you

We’re looking for someone who has knowledge of the public policy process at a national and local level with experience of:

• Policy and public affairs, with a track record of delivering strategic policy and public affairs activity
• Developing and managing relationships with senior and sensitive stakeholders
• Line management

Once you click to apply, you will be redirected to the organisation's website where you will find full details in the job pack on the Job description, benefits, and Culture code.

The organisation

The organisation strives to be a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together it can achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families. Focusing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders to provide practical solutions and encourage change.

Benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave, plus one day Birthday Leave
• Dependent Leave of up to five days (of which three are paid) in a 12-month period
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• Paid compassionate leave
• Paid sick leave
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Life cover
• Employee assistance programme
• 24/7 access to a GP
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free eye tests and contributions towards glasses
• Perks through PerkBox
• Pension scheme for new starters: 6% contribution by Foundations and 3% employee contribution

The organisation values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. People are at the heart of everything the charity does, and it’s vital that the workforce reflects the diversity of stakeholders and wider society in the UK. We are actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

The role offers an excellent salary, learning and development opportunities, and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’. The team works in a hybrid and flexible way, as the leadership team recognises the importance of a good work-life balance.

You may have experience in other areas such as Policy, Public Affairs, Policy and Public Affairs, Policy Advisor, Public Affairs Advisor, Policy and Public Affairs Advisor, Policy Officer, Public Affairs Officer, Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Public Policy Adviser, or Public Policy Officer.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.