Policy & Public Affairs Officer

4 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom VMA GROUP Full time

The Opportunity

We are delighted to partner with a leading membership organisation representing a vital sector within UK healthcare to recruit a Policy & Public Affairs Officer. Based in St Albans, this role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, with just one day per week in the office. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders to shape and deliver public affairs strategies that influence decision-making and champion the interests of members nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and nurture relationships with policymakers, MPs, and key stakeholders to advance advocacy priorities.
  • Deliver impactful public affairs strategies and campaigns that enhance the organisation's influence within the healthcare sector.
  • Develop and communicate policy positions that align with organisational objectives and resonate with members.
  • Monitor emerging developments within government and the healthcare landscape, sharing insights with internal teams.
  • Support research projects, reports, and working groups to drive advocacy initiatives forward.
  • Partner with external organisations to maximise the impact of campaigns and outreach efforts.
  • Create briefings and coordinate stakeholder engagement, including organising visits with key decision-makers.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Strong knowledge of government decision-making processes and stakeholder engagement.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences.
  • Proven ability to analyse complex policy issues and provide clear, actionable solutions.
  • Awareness of the UK healthcare sector and current public policy challenges.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Proactive and organised, adept at managing competing priorities effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.

Desirable: Experience in policy, public affairs, or campaign advocacy, particularly within healthcare or a membership-based organisation.

What's in it for You?

Join a purpose-driven organisation that plays a pivotal role in supporting an essential sector of UK healthcare. With a hybrid working model, this position combines flexibility with the chance to contribute to meaningful change while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values professional development.

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Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.

VMA GROUP is a leading international interim, contract, temporary and permanent recruitment and executive search specialist. We are specifically focused on providing support to the communications, marketing, digital and change communities.

Our specialist practice areas cover: communications, corporate communications, internal communications, change communications, PR, media relations, financial communications, CSR, public affairs, investor relations, marketing, brand, digital marketing and agency services.

We have a reputation for providing expert consultancy services and advice, supported by in-depth knowledge of the professions we recruit for. Our thought leadership and benchmarking studies have become go-to resources for the communications, marketing, digital and change industries, supporting planning and decision-making for organisations of all shapes and sizes.

In the UK, VMA GROUP has offices in London, Bristol and Manchester and in Europe, VMA GROUP has offices in Amsterdam and Brussels, but we work with organisations and individuals on a global basis.

VMA GROUP is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.

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