16 Public Policy jobs in the United Kingdom

Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Monday 18 August, and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Sunday 17 August.

About Ofcom

As the UK’s communications regulator, we’re delivering vital work that helps keep the UK connected and shapes the future of how we’ll stay connected with each other.

Our work covers everything from phones and broadband, through to TV, radio, the postal service, and wireless devices. We’re also taking on the challenge of making the online world a safer place. And we need people of all backgrounds, skill sets, and experiences to help us achieve our goal of making communications work for everyone.

About the team you'll be a part of

The Strategy and Research group brings the outside in to Ofcom. With teams that lead on our research, market intelligence, international, public policy and strategy work, the group brings together colleagues across the organisation to establish Ofcom’s overarching strategy, drawing on our deep understanding of the external context domestically and internationally alongside insights from our research and analysis of the sectors we regulate.

It supports the wider organisation - helping to make sure we have a strong evidence base in order to prioritise our work and make decisions which will help make communications work for everyone.

The Public Policy and Nations teams within SRG engage with external policy-makers and parliamentarians across the UK to explain Ofcom’s work and approach, and how we are helping to tackle some of the biggest public policy challenges facing the UK. The work is fast-paced and varied with high-performing teams operating in a highly agile environment.

The purpose and scope of the role

The Public Policy Director is an ambassador for Ofcom with key public policy stakeholders, building relationships and acting as a spokesperson for the organisation. You will work closely with SRG management and the Senior Management Team (SMT) and advise the Board to ensure Ofcom is positioned effectively in relevant debates across the UK. You will lead forty colleagues working in the Public Policy and Nations Teams, attracting and retaining the best talent, and ensuring that they have the support they need, empowering your direct reports to lead on public policy across all areas of Ofcom’s remit for the whole of the UK.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for Ofcom, building productive relationships with external stakeholders, including Government and Parliament. Represent Ofcom in high-profile settings, including Select Committee evidence sessions.
• Support colleagues across the UK in stakeholder engagement to help deliver Ofcom’s strategic objectives.
• As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contribute to strategic decision-making and work closely with the Chief Executive and Chair.
• Lead, motivate and develop around 40 colleagues across 4 teams, providing direction, leadership and support, while working closely with Nations Directors and Public Policy Principals, role modelling empowerment.
• Work in partnership with the Communications Director to support the Chief Executive, members of SMT, the Board and Ofcom’s Chair in all aspects of public policy.
• Maintain and develop excellent internal relationships across the organisation, ensuring that our response to the complex challenges we face draws on specialist expertise and a diversity of perspectives, and promoting the work of the public policy and nations teams to enhance its impact.
• Use sound judgment and knowledge of the political and sector environment to identify and manage risks to Ofcom’s work in close collaboration with SMT colleagues.
• As a member of the Strategy and Research Leadership Team actively contribute to the leadership of the Group by fostering a culture of learning, and consistently role modelling Ofcom’s values of Excellence, Agility, Collaboration, Empowerment and Respect.
• Work across the Group and wider Ofcom to build and attract talent to the organisation, supporting Ofcom’s diversity and inclusion strategy.

The skills, knowledge and experience you'll need for success

• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-profile and potentially contentious projects, resolve complex policy issues, coach teams, and work collaboratively across internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate competence across the Success Profile for Directors at Ofcom
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships, influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels internally and externally
• Experience of working in Government with a broad understanding of developments across Ofcom’s sectors and relevant Government policy.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to act as a spokesperson, and explain complex arguments clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences.
• Ability to build a strong evidence base to support recommendations and evaluate outcomes.
• Evidence of the ability to act with sensitivity and discretion.

Inclusivity Statement

Ofcom has a clear mission: to make communications work for everyone. To be able to deliver on this, we want our organisation to reflect the diversity of background, experience, upbringing and thought that exists across the UK. We aim to recruit from the widest pool of candidates possible – no matter your social background, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability.

Where positions are listed as full-time, we remain open to reduced hours, part-time arrangements, job shares, and other flexible working options. From day one, we champion flexible work arrangements to accommodate individual needs.

We also warmly welcome applicants who are returning to the workforce after a break – for whatever reason. If you have taken time away and are ready to rejoin, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Our recruitment processes prioritise accessibility and inclusivity. If you need adjustments, information in an alternative format, or prefer to apply in a different way, please contact us at or call 0330 912 1378.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for advertised roles. Learn more about this scheme here.

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Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Monday 18 August, and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Sunday 17 August.

About Ofcom

As the UK’s communications regulator, we’re delivering vital work that helps keep the UK connected and shapes the future of how we’ll stay connected with each other.

Our work covers everything from phones and broadband, through to TV, radio, the postal service, and wireless devices. We’re also taking on the challenge of making the online world a safer place. And we need people of all backgrounds, skill sets, and experiences to help us achieve our goal of making communications work for everyone.

About the team you'll be a part of

The Strategy and Research group brings the outside in to Ofcom. With teams that lead on our research, market intelligence, international, public policy and strategy work, the group brings together colleagues across the organisation to establish Ofcom’s overarching strategy, drawing on our deep understanding of the external context domestically and internationally alongside insights from our research and analysis of the sectors we regulate. It supports the wider organisation - helping to make sure we have a strong evidence base in order to prioritise our work and make decisions which will help make communications work for everyone.

The Public Policy and Nations teams within SRG engage with external policy-makers and parliamentarians across the UK to explain Ofcom’s work and approach, and how we are helping to tackle some of the biggest public policy challenges facing the UK.  The work is fast-paced and varied with high-performing teams operating in a highly agile environment.

The purpose and scope of the role

The Public Policy Director is an ambassador for Ofcom with key public policy stakeholders, building relationships and acting as a spokesperson for the organisation. You will work closely with SRG management and the Senior Management Team (SMT) and advise the Board to ensure Ofcom is positioned effectively in relevant debates across the UK.  You will lead forty colleagues working in the Public Policy and Nations Teams, attracting and retaining the best talent, and ensuring that they have the support they need, empowering your direct reports to lead on public policy across all areas  of Ofcom’s remit for the whole of the UK.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for Ofcom, building productive relationships with external stakeholders, including Government and Parliament. Represent Ofcom in high-profile settings, including Select Committee evidence sessions.

• Support colleagues across the UK in stakeholder engagement to help deliver Ofcom’s strategic objectives.

• As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contribute to strategic decision-making and work closely with the Chief Executive and Chair.

• Lead, motivate and develop around 40 colleagues across 4 teams, providing direction, leadership and support, while working closely with Nations Directors and Public Policy Principals, role modelling empowerment.

• Work in partnership with the Communications Director to support the Chief Executive, members of SMT, the Board and Ofcom’s Chair in all aspects of public policy.  

• Maintain and develop excellent internal relationships across the organisation, ensuring that our response to the complex challenges we face draws on specialist expertise and a diversity of perspectives, and promoting the work of the public policy and nations teams to enhance its impact.  

• Use sound judgment and knowledge of the political and sector environment to identify and manage risks to Ofcom’s work in close collaboration with SMT colleagues.  

• As a member of the Strategy and Research Leadership Team actively contribute to the leadership of the Group by fostering a culture of learning, and consistently role modelling Ofcom’s values of Excellence, Agility, Collaboration, Empowerment and Respect.

• Work across the Group and wider Ofcom to build and attract talent to the organisation, supporting Ofcom’s diversity and inclusion strategy. 

The skills, knowledge and experience you'll need for success

• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-profile and potentially contentious projects, resolve complex policy issues, coach teams, and work collaboratively across internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to demonstrate competence across the Success Profile for Directors at Ofcom

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships, influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels internally and externally

• Experience of working in Government with a broad understanding of developments across Ofcom’s sectors and relevant Government policy.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to act as a spokesperson, and explain complex arguments clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences.

• Ability to build a strong evidence base to support recommendations and evaluate outcomes. 

• Evidence of the ability to act with sensitivity and discretion. 

Inclusivity Statement

Ofcom has a clear mission: to make communications work for everyone.  To be able to deliver on this, we want our organisation to reflect the diversity of background, experience, upbringing and thought that exists across the UK.  We aim to recruit from the widest pool of candidates possible – no matter your social background, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. 

Where positions are listed as full-time, we remain open to reduced hours, part-time arrangements, job shares, and other flexible working options. From day one, we champion flexible work arrangements to accommodate individual needs.

We also warmly welcome applicants who are returning to the workforce after a break – for whatever reason. If you have taken time away and are ready to rejoin, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Our recruitment processes prioritise accessibility and inclusivity. If you need adjustments, information in an alternative format, or prefer to apply in a different way, please contact us at or call 0330 912 1378.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for advertised roles. Learn more about this scheme here. 

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Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Friday 22 August, and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Thursday 21 August.

Team Overview

The Public Policy team sits at the centre of Ofcom. We lead on Ofcom’s engagement with Parliament and Government across our full remit. Collaborating internally across all policy teams and functions, we ensure the incorporation of wider public policy considerations into Ofcom’s work. Our responsibilities include coordinating Ofcom's engagement with Government, Parliament, and Ofcom’s work through the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum. 

The team’s role is to support the Board, senior management and the wider organisation to ensure Ofcom fully understands and participates in public debates about how best to make communications work for consumers. The work of the team is fast paced, collaborative and blends both internal and external stakeholder engagement. Some team members also work as part of the DRCF Core team, working directly with the DRCF CEO to support the portfolio of cooperation on digital matters between the four member regulators, the CMA, the ICO, the FCA and Ofcom.

Purpose of the Role

The DRCF brings together the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Ofcom to support regulatory coordination in digital markets. The DRCF is supported by a core team of employees from all four member regulators to help set the agenda for the DRCF, engage with stakeholders and drive delivery of its workplan.

We are looking for an experienced public affairs associate to join the DRCF Core team as a DRCF Engagement Manager. Reporting to the DRCF Head of Engagement, in this role you will help drive the DRCF’s engagement strategy: to explain the work of the DRCF, understand the priorities of Government, Parliament, businesses and wider regulatory stakeholders that relate to the DRCF’s work, and promote the outputs of DRCF projects. You will be a full-time, permanent employee of Ofcom with a role in the DRCF core team. The DRCF Core Team embraces flexible working, with opportunities to work in Ofcom and the CMA offices.

DRCF core team members have the opportunity to work closely with staff from all four member regulators on a daily basis, and to understand digital regulation from multiple perspectives.

Key responsibilities

You will be involved in thinking about the future of digital regulation and gain experience engaging at the most senior levels with decision makers on digital regulatory matters.

• You will shape and drive the DRCF’s UK Government and Parliamentary engagement across different policy issues.

• Be a key point of contact for UK Government departments and other external stakeholders on policy queries, working with internal teams to ensure responses are accurate, high-quality and well communicated.

• You will support engagement with DRCF’s wider external stakeholders including business, think tanks and other regulators.

• Develop clear and concise briefings and summaries for the DRCF CEO and senior colleagues of the DRCF members.

• Coordinate and deliver DRCF events.

• Contribute to the effective management of the DRCF’s engagement with Parliament by monitoring Parliamentary business, identifying opportunities for engaging with MPs, Peers, Committees and APPGs and recording/reporting on that engagement.

• Ensure relevant DRCF teams are aware of relevant external policy developments through regular monitoring, as well as by scanning ahead and spotting opportunities.

• Build relationships with public policy and communications colleagues in the DRCF members to support a joined-up approa ch, including through chairing monthly cross-DRCF networks.

Skills, Knowledge and experience

• Proven experience working with or alongside Government, Parliament, and regulatory bodies, with a strong grasp of effective engagement strategies.

• Strong understanding of political processes and policy-making , particularly in digital regulation.

• Executing Plans: An ability to juggle a diverse workload and respond to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Have strong attention to detail and accuracy and in making sure your work is of the appropriate quality.   

• Articulating Ideas: Written and oral communication skills, including the ability to get complex information across clearly and concisely, presenting to a range of audiences 

• Forming Relationship: Experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with a range of stakeholders, including senior colleagues, and external organisations.  

• Personal Accountability: Able to work independently, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability and supporting a culture of collaboration and trust.    

Inclusivity Statement

Ofcom has a clear mission: to make communications work for everyone.  To be able to deliver on this, we want our organisation to reflect the diversity of background, experience, upbringing and thought that exists across the UK.  We aim to recruit from the widest pool of candidates possible – no matter your social background, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. 

Where positions are listed as full-time, we remain open to reduced hours, part-time arrangements, job shares, and other flexible working options. From day one, we champion flexible work arrangements to accommodate individual needs.

We also warmly welcome applicants who are returning to the workforce after a break – for whatever reason. If you have taken time away and are ready to rejoin, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Our recruitment processes prioritise accessibility and inclusivity. If you need adjustments, information in an alternative format, or prefer to apply in a different way, please contact us at or call 0330 912 1378.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for advertised roles. Learn more about this scheme here. 

Public Policy Manager - Global Tech

This is a super exciting opportunity to join one of the world's best-known tech brands who are changing how people interact online safely.

We are looking for a Public Policy Manager to join the team, who would be responsible for managing critical projects and identifying, monitoring, and analysing current and emerging public policy issues affecting the online platform in the EMEA region.

The Offer

• This role will commence as a 12-month contract - PAYE - inside IR35
• The role offers an annual salary of £80,000 - £95,000 pa
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite in Central London

Day To Day

• Engage with policymakers, government officials, industry partners, thought leaders and civil society groups
• Identify proactive strategies to solve policy challenges to advance the platforms online policy goals
• Design and lead innovative regional programs and campaigns to shape the public and political climate of opinion around the online platform and the issues it cares about
• Work with the global team to develop policy positions in briefing papers, consultation responses and internal policy meetings on key issues, including encryption, privacy, integrity, safety, economic development, and e-commerce

Your Profile

• 8+ years experience working in Public Policy, including experience managing strategic outreach with diverse stakeholders within policy advocacy or in a government position.
• Experience managing policy projects/programs
• Degree or advanced degree in policy, law, international affairs, or any other related field.
• Keen understanding of, and interest in, public policies related to technology, privacy and safety.
• Strong understanding of the regional, political landscape and policy issues in the EMEA region
• Experience working with EU institutions in Brussels

Next Step.

For further details on this Public Policy role apply with your CV or using your LinkedIn profile to Jean in Principle. All communications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Public Policy Manager - Global Tech

This is a super exciting opportunity to join one of the world's best-known tech brands who are changing how people interact online safely.

We are looking for a Public Policy Manager to join the team, who would be responsible for managing critical projects and identifying, monitoring, and analysing current and emerging public policy issues affecting the online platform in the EMEA region.

The Offer

• This role will commence as a 12-month contract - PAYE - inside IR35
• The role offers an annual salary of £80,000 - £95,000 pa
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite in Central London

Day To Day

• Engage with policymakers, government officials, industry partners, thought leaders and civil society groups
• Identify proactive strategies to solve policy challenges to advance the platforms online policy goals
• Design and lead innovative regional programs and campaigns to shape the public and political climate of opinion around the online platform and the issues it cares about
• Work with the global team to develop policy positions in briefing papers, consultation responses and internal policy meetings on key issues, including encryption, privacy, integrity, safety, economic development, and e-commerce

Your Profile

• 8+ years experience working in Public Policy, including experience managing strategic outreach with diverse stakeholders within policy advocacy or in a government position.
• Experience managing policy projects/programs
• Degree or advanced degree in policy, law, international affairs, or any other related field.
• Keen understanding of, and interest in, public policies related to technology, privacy and safety.
• Strong understanding of the regional, political landscape and policy issues in the EMEA region
• Experience working with EU institutions in Brussels

Next Step.

For further details on this Public Policy role apply with your CV or using your LinkedIn profile to Jean in Principle. All communications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Royal Entomological Society (RES)

London / Flexible (with some UK & international travel)

Starting at £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 and help shape the future of insect science.

Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Royal Entomological Society (RES)

London / Flexible (with some UK & international travel)

Starting at £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 and help shape the future of insect science.

• Salary: circa £45,000
• Position: 24 months FTC
• Location: Home based 4 days per week, with 1 day in central London

Our client is a growing professional membership organisation. They are recruiting the exciting new role of Policy and Public Affairs Manager . In this brilliant role you will be responsible for championing policy across the organisation, government, regulators and membership. You will co-author leadership papers, write policy briefings and respond to consultations. You will increase Parliamentary engagement, support increases in press coverage and help to deliver a substantial growth in social media engagement. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to have real impact within an ambitious organisation.

Requirements

• You will have previous experience working in a policy and /or public affairs role.
• You will be able to demonstrate excellent writing skills for policy briefings, reports and consultation responses.
• You’ll have strong social media experience.
• Ideally you will offer experience writing press releases and giving press comment.
• You’ll thrive working autonomously (and with support) under pressure.
• If you have experience of pensions, or financial services this will be a huge bonus, but all sector experience will be considered.

• Salary: circa £45,000
• Position: 24 months FTC
• Location: Home based 4 days per week, with 1 day in central London

Our client is a growing professional membership organisation. They are recruiting the exciting new role of Policy and Public Affairs Manager . In this brilliant role you will be responsible for championing policy across the organisation, government, regulators and membership. You will co-author leadership papers, write policy briefings and respond to consultations. You will increase Parliamentary engagement, support increases in press coverage and help to deliver a substantial growth in social media engagement. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to have real impact within an ambitious organisation.

Requirements

• You will have previous experience working in a policy and /or public affairs role.
• You will be able to demonstrate excellent writing skills for policy briefings, reports and consultation responses.
• You’ll have strong social media experience.
• Ideally you will offer experience writing press releases and giving press comment.
• You’ll thrive working autonomously (and with support) under pressure.
• If you have experience of pensions, or financial services this will be a huge bonus, but all sector experience will be considered.