Position Overview & Specifications

Category

N/A

Location

London

Salary

Negotiable

Contract Type

permanent

Murray McIntosh are delighted to be working with a long-established not for profit which specialises in bringing together experts and policy makers with the aim of ensuring a sustainable and inclusive society.

They are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Policy Officer to join their team and work on matters which bring together technology and science.

As the Policy Officer, you will report to the Senior Policy Advisor and support the delivery of a thematic programme focusing on a variety of policies including but not limited to technology, science and national calamities. This role will be well suited to someone with a keen interest in public health, technology, science and societal challenges.

In this role, key responsibilities will include:

Sourcing, collating and analysing evidence to produce high quality and timely written pieces
Working with the wider function to design and deliver new, exciting ways to engage policymakers with the organisation's work
To build and maintain effective relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Raising awareness of the industry through engagements with central and local government

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A passion for public policy, ideally gained through academics or work experience
A passion for public health, science or/and technology, and the part it plays in society
Excellent written/ verbal communication skills
Experience in communicating with impact to diverse audiences
Experience in collaboration and partnership working
Strong research and analytical skills

The organisation is small but mighty, allowing for you to be seen and your work to impact far and wide.

They offer a hybrid environment from their office in Central London, as well as a superb benefits package including a non-contributory pension scheme, private health and medical insurance, regular social activities, a well-being programme and significant investment in your personal development. If this role could be of interest, don't hesitate to get in touch to find out more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.