Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK charity in London is seeking a Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer to lead on diverse policy issues and influence change. The ideal candidate has proven experience in policy research and a strong knowledge of Westminster. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and the chance to make a significant impact in the charity sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in policy research and analysis.
• Excellent working knowledge of Westminster and Whitehall.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a variety of policy issues across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
• Build and maintain relationships to influence policy change.
• Conduct research and produce reports with recommendations.

Skills

Policy research

Influencing change

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Fantastic opportunity to join a national UK charity.

Lead on policy issues over a variety of areas.

About Our Client

Our client is a UK charity with a national reach.

The Role

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer

Location: London

Responsibilities

• Lead on a variety of policy issues across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
• Respond to changes in the policy landscape in collaboration with internal teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with government departments, civil servants, and other charities to influence policy change.
• Conduct research and produce reports with recommendations on key policy issues.
• Prepare briefings and reports for senior staff and colleagues.
• Represent the charity in public events, consultations and seminars.

The Successful Applicant

Essential

• Proven experience in policy research, analysis, and influencing change.
• Excellent working knowledge of Westminster and Whitehall.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and a willingness to help other teams when required.

What's on Offer

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer

Location: London

Hybrid working.

If you are passionate about shaping policy in the Not for Profit and Charities sector and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer position.