6 Policy Roles jobs in the United Kingdom
Public Affairs & Policy Manager
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(up to £63,000)nCar AllowancenAnnual incentive related bonus
(up to 10% of annual salary)nPrivate health care (self only)nAttractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)nLife assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salaryn25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
plus an extra wellness day!nA great benefits package
choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.nRetail savings schemenOnline GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!nLocation: Buttershaw / Hybrid Working (1-2 days in the office a week
Bradford)nWork type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday
Friday.nWe have an exciting opportunity for a
Public Affairs & Policy Manager
to join the
Corporate Affairs
team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?nWhat we do:nEveryone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.nWe look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity.nNew environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Corporate Affairs team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.nReporting directly to the Head of Corporate Affairs, the?Public Affairs and Policy Manager?will play a pivotal role in a dynamic and high-profile team. Youll lead two team membersone focused on national and regulatory engagement, and another providing broad support across programmes, policy, and the wider Corporate Affairs function.nThis role offers regular exposure to senior stakeholders, including the Chief Executive, Executive Team, and occasionally the Board. Youll also collaborate closely with the Corporate Affairs Manager (Region) and contribute to strategic areas such as Health & Safety, Risk Management, Continuity Planning, Performance Excellence, and Compliance.nWhere you fit in:nAs our Public Affairs & Policy Manager you will:nWorking closely with the Head of Corporate Affairs, develop and lead an engagement strategy for national stakeholders, including politicians, regulators, think tanks, industry groups, and other key partnersnServe as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, and provide escalation support when the Head of Corporate Affairs is unavailablenDevelop engagement strategies to build strong networks across national stakeholdersnProvide advice to senior leadership on national political events relating to the water sectornProduce updates and reports for senior leadership and the BoardnLead the development of external facing policy documents, as well as influencing strategies for individual policy areasnManage two members of staff focusing on national public affairs and policy creationnBecome a key member of the Corporate Affairs Leadership Team, supporting programme management, Board preparation, horizon scanning, team strategy development, and internal communicationsnRepresent the company as a senior spokesperson in public meetings with national stakeholders (e.g. MPs, APPGs, party staff), including events that may be broadcastnManage all national and regulatory communications, including updates to think-tanks, political parties, MPs and regulatorsnWhat skills & qualifications you will need:nProven experience in a national public affairs rolenStrong track record in overseeing corporate-level policy developmentnSignificant experience in stakeholder engagement, including strategy design and deliverynThe ability to build strong relationships with external stakeholdersnSolid understanding of the water sector and its regulatory environmentnConfidence representing a high-profile organisation in public forums and with national stakeholdersnSkilled in identifying reputational risks and implementing mitigation strategiesnThe ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across diverse organisationsnExperience contributing to or being part of a leadership teamnComfortable engaging with company Board members and supporting Board-level reportingnAlthough we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isnt always easy!nDo we sound like your cup of tea?nIf youve got experience in Public Affairs and Policy Management and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you?nIf successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.nAll our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.nWe are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.nIf you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.nKelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.nNo agencies please.
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Public Health Policy and Strategy Officer
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Collaborative, open, inclusive and fair - we work with and through partners to ensure Londoners can shape healthy, empowered and productive lives . Communities and Skills is led by Executive Director, Tunde Olayinka and is comprised of the following units: Civil Society & Sport, Communities & Social Policy, Group Public Health Unit, Skills and Employment and Health, Children and.
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Policy & Public Affairs Manager
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Policy & Public Affairs Manager
Royal Entomological Society (RES)
London / Flexible (with some UK & international travel)
£38,745 pa + excellent benefits
Full-time (37 hours per week), Permanent
Do you want to put science at the heart of decision-making? The Royal Entomological Society (RES) is on an ambitious journey with their 2025–2028 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, you’ll 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, you’ll help amplify the voice of their members and research.
What you’ll 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 Society’s parliamentary events & stakeholder engagement
- Produce policy briefings, reports & newsletters to drive impact
What we’re 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?
- Be part of a small, collaborative team with a big mission: to “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 you’re passionate about policy, science, and making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out to for the full applicant pack.
Policy & Public Affairs Manager
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Policy & Public Affairs Manager
Royal Entomological Society (RES)
London / Flexible (with some UK & international travel)
£38,745 pa + excellent benefits
Full-time (37 hours per week), Permanent
Do you want to put science at the heart of decision-making? The Royal Entomological Society (RES) is on an ambitious journey with their 2025–2028 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, you’ll 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, you’ll help amplify the voice of their members and research.
What you’ll 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 Society’s parliamentary events & stakeholder engagement
- Produce policy briefings, reports & newsletters to drive impact
What we’re 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?
- Be part of a small, collaborative team with a big mission: to “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 you’re passionate about policy, science, and making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out to for the full applicant pack.
RCGPNI Policy & Public Affairs Manager
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RCGPNI Policy & Public Affairs Manager
Full time, 35 hours per week
Permanent
Grade DN, Salary £43,319.25 per annum
Location: Belfast (hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: 5.00pm, Friday 19 September 2025
Interview date: Thursday 02 October 2025
The Royal College of General Practitioners is the largest membership organisation solely for GPs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1952, it has over 55,000 members who are committed to improving patient care, developing their own skills, and promoting general practice as a discipline. General practice is the largest branch of the medical profession. It provides some 1 million consultations for patients in the UK every working day and deals with 86% of the health problems experienced by the UK population.
RCGPNI is looking for a dynamic and committed Policy and Public Affairs Manager with experience of the fast-paced world of campaigns, policy and public relations and communications. The post holder will work with senior civil servants, politicians, the NI Assembly, Government, and key stakeholders to advance the College's key policy priorities and influence public policy in Northern Ireland. They will be responsible for RCGP policy development, campaign objectives, providing public affairs advice and support to RCGPNI Officers and the Head of NI.
Extensive experience in drafting press releases, coordinating responses to media requests, writing copy, and coordinating social media activity is essential, as well as producing written material (including briefing papers, reports, and summary documents) to inform and develop areas of policy for RCGP Northern Ireland.
As a confident individual with line management experience, educated to degree level or equivalent, with a good political understanding and an extensive knowledge of the key issues facing the healthcare system in Northern Ireland, the successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to quickly assimilate and analyse complex issues and be able to build strong internal and external relationships. The postholder will need to deal with a varied and demanding workload, meet tight deadlines, be flexible, self-motivated and have the ability to take the initiative.
A clean driving licence and access to transport as and when the role requires is essential.
The successful candidate will share our corporate values. In return, we offer a varied hybrid working environment, good benefits, and the opportunity to work with elected officers to lead on the public affairs, policy, public relations, and communications function of an influential national organisation.
Please download the Candidate Pack with the Job Description for the full list of responsibilities, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
For further information and an application form, click APPLY .
The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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Policy and Public Affairs Manager
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Policy and Public Affairs Manager
£44,000 per year
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Permanent contract
Based in London / home and flexible working
Our client empowers people with the skills they need to succeed in life. They are now looking to for a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis.
What youll be doing You will be part of a small policy team, working closely with.
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