414 Policy Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Role:
Policy Officer (Welfare and Employment)

Location:
Homebased, with some travel required

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Hours:
35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary:
£30,790 to £32,411 per annum

Would you like to join RBL's influential Campaigns, Policy and Research team? Would you like to to champion and advocate for the interests of the Armed Forces community?

We are looking for a
Policy Officer
to join our busy team, specialising in
welfare and employment policy
. This role will see you working to influence the policy landscape, and develop evidence-based policy positions, on issues concerning finances and debt, welfare benefits, and employment, affecting the Armed Forces community.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Reporting to the Policy Manager, key responsibilities will include:

• Monitor the policy landscape and upcoming policy development across the welfare and employment portfolio, within central, local, and devolved government
• Track and analyse changes in needs, priorities, and concerns of the armed forces community
• Use qualitative and quantitative research, policy analysis and lived experience to develop robust, evidence-based policy positions and proposals
• Identify, establish, and maintain an impactful network of key policy stakeholders across the charity sector and government
• Represent RBL publicly through securing opportunities to present policy issues and products, including at relevant events, workshops, external committees and working groups

You will be contracted to your home address, and you will perform most of your work remotely there using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, with occasional travel (incl. for monthly team meetings) to our London Head Office hub.

Should you wish to explore a hybrid London working contract (to include an additional London Supplement to salary), this can be discussed at interview stage.

Employee benefits include –

• 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
• Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
• Opportunities to volunteer
• Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact

POLICY OFFICER (INSPECTION AND PRIVATISATION)
Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London, WC1H 9BD)

Permanent, full-time

Commencing salary £54,748 per annum
The National Education Union is a powerful force for change in education, representing over 450,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and leaders. This is an exciting time to join us on our journey to becoming a more agile, strategic, and powerfully coordinated trade union—ready to meet the challenges of the future and drive lasting change in education.

We are seeking a Policy Officer to work in our policy and research Department. You will support the Union's campaigning, advocacy and policy development and your work will contribute to our mission which is to shape the future of education. This role focuses on policy and campaigns around the privatisation and academisation of the education service and also our policy and advocacy around school inspection and Ofsted. This will include analysing privatisation in areas such as early years and SEND provision and understanding the impact of the Ofsted framework and accountability systems on leaders, teachers and students.

You will support Senior Policy Managers and prepare policy statements, briefings, analysis, and research papers. You will understand what is happening for teachers and communities and demonstrate excellent communication skills. You will participate in cross-team projects and collaborate successfully with colleagues so that the NEU can support members, understand their experiences and represent them with credibility. Our goal is to impact and shape national policy, as well as effect change through our negotiations with employers.

You will be expected to understand statistical reports from external bodies, including Ofsted, the Education Policy Institute, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and DFE national statistics.

The successful applicant will possess education research or policy experience which enable you to develop Union policy on school inspection in England and understand the detail of inspection and school accountability systems. An advantage would be understanding other systems in other countries. We develop policy to advance inclusive and equitable teaching and learning and you will need to share these values.

Prospective applicants are also advised that your normal place of work will be the NEU office specified in this advert and that the NEU operates 'Blended Working Arrangements' for office-based staff, which means you will need to be based in the designated NEU office for 3 to 4 days a week (based on a full-time contract), with the remaining days based at home, and subject to business needs.

In addition to salary, we offer good conditions including 33 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure days and a defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are pro-rata for part-time applicants.

Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is
mid-day Wednesday 5th November 2025.
HE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

About the Job

Role
| Policy Officer

Areas
| Regulatory Policy, Standards, Stakeholder Engagement

Tech
| MS Office, Policy Management Systems

Based
| London (Hybrid)

Remote
| 1–2 days in office

Offer
| £45,000 per annum

Hi

We're supporting a leading
UK regulator
in their search for a
Policy Officer
to join their growing team in London. This is a
permanent hybrid role
offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of key regulatory policies that shape professional standards and protect the public.

As a Policy Officer, you will:

• Support the development, review and implementation of regulatory policies and standards.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform policy decisions and recommendations.
• Draft clear and concise policy papers, consultation responses, and briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure policy work aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including professional bodies, government departments, and other regulators.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience working in a
  policy role within a regulatory or public sector environment
  .
• Strong understanding of
  regulatory frameworks, consultation processes
  , and policy development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly.
• Confident in managing multiple priorities and working collaboratively across teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What we offer:

• Salary of
  £45,000 per annum
  .
• Hybrid working
  (2–3 days in the London office).
• Opportunity to work on
  impactful national regulatory policy projects
  .
• Supportive, inclusive working culture focused on development and collaboration.

Policy Officer

Professional Membership Body

Hybrid Working (Central London and Home)

Salary: £39,310 plus a generous benefits package

Full Time, Permanent

My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Policy Officer

If you are a Policy Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Policy Officer

We're looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop the association's policy on a range of issues, through engagement with members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We're looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you'll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

To apply to this role of Policy Officer please send your CV,

Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting the future of veterinary education in the UK. As Policy Officer, you will help shape policy that supports high-quality, sustainable university education and strengthens collaboration across veterinary schools.

Working as part of the Medical Schools Council's Policy Team, you'll primarily support the Veterinary Schools Council (VSC) engaging with members, government, and regulatory bodies to understand priorities and identify opportunities. You'll coordinate meetings of the VSC and its committees, support the development of policy initiatives, and help drive progress on major pieces of work such as the Council's new strategic vision for veterinary education.

You'll also collaborate with colleagues on cross-cutting initiatives, including driving progress on the VSC's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, through engagement with members and stakeholders.

This a particularly exciting moment to join the VSC as it develops its long-term strategy for veterinary education and research. The role offers the chance to work closely with leaders in the sector and contribute to shaping policy at national level.

Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 04 November 2025.

Salary:
£29,000 - £31,000 per annum (depending experience)

Hours:
35 hours per week

Location:
Cardiff, Wales

For over 100 years, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has worked to create a safer society and prevent accidents which needlessly kill, injure and maim thousands of individuals each year. We have grown into a unique and well-rounded safety charity with an increasing global influence necessary to drive change and strive towards our vision of an accident-free world. 

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to work in the Wales road safety team, supporting the delivery of an annual road safety programme alongside the Road Safety Manager, Wales.

You will play a crucial role in collaborating with funders in the Welsh Government; road safety partners in local authorities and the emergency services in Wales and other stakeholders, by delivering road safety projects and advice. 

Ensuring accuracy and best practice in task delivery and coordination, the management of deadlines and effective in-person and online communication are key responsibilities for this role.

Do you have:

• Experience and qualifications to demonstrate strong project work and organisational skills
• Previous experience in road safety role or within a related field.

Key responsibilities:

• Responding to in-coming road safety enquiries
• Liaising with funders and road safety partners in local authorities and the emergency services
• Supporting the coordination and delivery of all Wales road safety projects
• Contributing to information, resources, and online content aligned to road safety policy, activities and services in Wales.

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Strong team collaboration skills.

If this is the case, we can offer you the following:

• Development:
   We proudly provide a supportive environment where you can thrive. By joining us, you will contribute to our mission of achieving life, free from serious accidental injury. We offer fantastic training and professional development opportunities to help advance your career. This includes annual appraisals, personal development plans, discounted RoSPA training courses, one-to-one management check-ins and a variety of reward and recognition initiatives.
• Salary sacrifice benefits:
  Our salary sacrifice benefits are designed to enhance your work-life balance. Take advantage of our pension scheme, holiday purchase options (up to 5 days), Bikes2Work initiative, car leasing scheme and Workplace Nursery scheme.
• Wellbeing
  : Your wellbeing matters to us. You'll have access to a fully confidential 24/7 GP line and a comprehensive Health Cash Plan which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of retail, gym and spa discounts.
• Hybrid working/annual leave:
  We offer hybrid working arrangements, as well as 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and time off during our December office shut down. Plus, additional holiday based on length of service to recognise your commitment and dedication.
• Employee engagement:
  Enjoy social activities such as coffee roulette with colleagues, monthly wellness challenges and employee virtual quizzes. We also celebrate our Employee of the Month and our long service awards.
• General:
  Enjoy free refreshments, together with free parking and participate in interactive staff days that make work more fun and engaging.

Join our dedicated team and play an essential role in a life-changing charitable mission. You can make a difference while you grow your career.

Policy Officer

Professional Membership Body

Hybrid Working (Central London and Home)

Salary: £39,310 plus a generous benefits package

Full Time, Permanent

My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Policy Officer

If you are a Policy Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Policy Officer

We’re looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop the association’s policy on a range of issues, through engagement with members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We’re looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you’ll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

To apply to this role of Policy Officer please send your CV,

Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.