Policy & Public Affairs Adviser
Employer: Heart Research UK
Location: Leeds/Hybrid or remote with regular travel
Temporary: 12-month FTC initially
Working hours: Full Time and Part Time flexible working hours considered
Salary: £50,000 FTE per annum
Closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026
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Full-time
£50,000 FTE per annum
Leeds/Hybrid or remote with regular travel
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and connected Policy and Public Affairs Adviser to lead the development of this function within the organisation. Reporting Directly to the CEO you will engage with teams and partners to design both an on-going influencing strategy and the future shape of this work in coming years.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake internal opportunities review to identify key work strands.
Undertake external opportunities review to identify both short term and long-term areas for influence.
Develop long term policy and influencing strategy in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
Review and recommend future staffing structure and reporting lines as part of the above.
Act as lead for existing activity in this area including attending meetings with MPs, Peers and civil servant, working with internal teams to provide accurate briefing information and supporting other appropriate spokespeople across the organisation.
Identify and Lead on the formulation of appropriate evidence-based policy positions and responses.
Work with staff and our growing Public and Patient Network (PPN) to ensure those with lived experience have a meaningful voice in the above activity.
Key requirements:
Required:
Experience of developing and delivering campaigns that include influencing and engaging with policy makers, MPs, Peers and other relevant stakeholders.
Strong understanding of the legislative process in England (Scotland and Wales desirable).
Ability to quickly develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrable ability of analysis of information that can be communicated to a variety of audiences.
Experience of developing policy positions and briefings, along with responding to consultations.
Ability to effectively manage competing interests and views to achieve the aims of the organisation.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Depending on location, this role will require regular travel to the Leeds Office and Westminster.
For the full job description pack, please click here: Policy & Public Affairs Adviser
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