Strategic Health Policy Advisor

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hanson Search Full time

Hanson Search is proud to partner with a leading strategic advisory business in their Global Health and Life Sciences practice (HLS), based in London. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned consultant to join the leadership team of the HLS practice, contributing to the development of strategy and delivering high-quality services to clients across the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:
  • To provide expert advice and thought leadership to clients on health-related politics, policy, and regulation in the UK.
  • To tailor advice to meet the needs of clients ranging from C-suite executives to public policy teams, focusing on UK-related issues in the health space.
  • To ensure successful delivery of client work, including policy analysis, guidance on political brand strategies, cutting-edge thought leadership, and innovative approaches to public policy engagement and advocacy.
  • To lead business development campaigns and pitch processes, developing health events as part of the team's broader marketing efforts and contributing to policy debate and discussion.
  • To build and maintain relationships with clients and a wide network of business and policymakers at senior levels.
  • To represent the business at relevant industry and policy events, investing in developing skills, expertise, and reputation for yourself and others.

Key Requirements:

  • Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of the UK health policy landscape, with experience navigating the UK political and legislative processes.
  • A minimum of six years' experience providing public policy advice and/or working in a political environment, including experience in the private sector, a trade association, consultancy, or similar.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills in English.
  • This is a full-time role based in London, offering a competitive salary range of £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Envirorec Full time

    We are seeking a Strategic Policy Advisor to join our team at Envirorec, a specialist recruitment agency working on behalf of our client; a renowned renewable energy industry membership association.The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping a comprehensive, energy-specific regulatory framework. This framework will support international...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tower Hamlets Partnership Full time

    About the RoleTower Hamlets Partnership is seeking a skilled Strategic Policy Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Strategy and Communities Service, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our corporate equalities agenda and supporting the effective management of our scrutiny function.As a Strategic Policy Advisor, you will work closely with...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hanson Search Full time

    About the RoleHanson Search is looking for a highly skilled Strategic Public Policy Advisor to join its team. As a member of our specialist team, you will work closely with healthcare associations to develop policy and strategic positions on relevant health issues.The ideal candidate will have experience in public affairs and/or policy development and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Edelman Full time

    About the RoleEdelman is a leading global communications agency that helps clients build trust and shape their reputation. We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Policy Advisor to join our team in London. As a key member of our Government Affairs team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic public affairs campaigns to help our...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Greenwich Council Full time

    We are seekingan experienced professional to join our team as a Strategic Policy Advisor in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement effective policies and strategies to improve service delivery and community engagement.Work closely with stakeholders to identify and address policy gaps and areas for improvement.Contribute to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH Full time

    The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is a leading UK thinktank that has shaped progressive policy making for over three decades. Our research and ideas have made a significant impact on key issues, including regional inequality and the minimum wage. We are now seeking a talented Research Fellow to lead our health policy programme within our public...

  • Research Associate

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom SE Health Policy Full time

    Job Title: Research AssociateWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to support our ongoing projects at SE Health Policy. This role is ideal for someone who excels in research and desires to see their academic work translated into action.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough research on public health policies, particularly vaccine research and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tasmanian Government Full time

    The Role:This senior leadership position plays a key role in shaping the Department of Health's allied health strategy and policy in Tasmania. The successful candidate will provide high-level advice and recommendations to the Chief Allied Health Advisor and Health Executive members on statewide strategic allied health programs.Key Responsibilities:Lead the...

  • Research Associate

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom SE Health Policy Full time £40,000

    Job Title: Research AssociateWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to support our ongoing projects at SE Health Policy. This role is ideal for someone who excels in research and desires to see their academic work translated into action.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough research on public health policies, particularly vaccine research and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH Full time

    Join Our TeamIPPR is an independent thinktank focused on progressive policy making. Our research and ideas have shaped policy formation for over three decades. We are now recruiting a talented researcher to lead our new health policy program.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced researcher to develop a new program of work on health policy within...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hanson Search Full time

    Job DescriptionHanson Search is seeking a Strategic Communications Policy Advisor to join their Net-Zero Transition Practice. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with industry leaders to develop and implement effective policy and public affairs strategies.Your primary responsibility will be to advise on how best to communicate effectively with...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Right Ethos - Specialist External Affairs Recruitment Full time

    Key Responsibilities:We are seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join our team on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. Your role will be to support the organisation by identifying health policy and practice changes that will give men access to the best diagnosis, treatment, and support.You will develop evidence-based and patient-experience-informed policy...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH Full time

    The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is a leading thinktank driving progressive policy in the UK. Our research has shaped significant policy debates, from minimum wage implementation to regional inequality and windfall tax proposals.We are seeking a talented researcher to lead our new health policy programme within our public services team. As...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hanson Search Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Head of Public Affairs to develop policy and strategic positions on relevant health issues. Policy and Public Affairs Officer will curate a database of key stakeholders and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the workforce, providers and broader audiences across the UK.Develop and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Institute for Public Policy Research Full time

    The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is a renowned thinktank driving progressive policy making in the UK. Our research and ideas have significantly impacted society, shaping policies on issues such as regional inequality and windfall taxes.We are seeking an experienced researcher to lead a new programme of work on health policy within our public...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Essential Employment Full time

    Essential Employment seeks a skilled Policy and Analysis Officer to provide strategic policy advice and support to senior stakeholders.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Providing rigorous policy advice and support to the Chief Executive, Corporate Strategic Board, and other senior leaders.Undertaking qualitative and quantitative analysis,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Department for Culture, Media & Sport Full time

    Senior Leadership OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and skilled leader to join our team as a Senior Policy Advisor: Strategic Events. This is a key role in the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), reporting directly to the Permanent Secretary.Main Responsibilities:Lead the development of DCMS's long-term strategy and priorities;Prepare and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Rangam Full time

    Job OverviewRangam is seeking a highly skilled Chief Strategic Policy Advisor and Visionary Lead OR Executive Officer to join our team. This fixed term contract role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Camden's vision for the future.Key ResponsibilitiesTo be the principal adviser to the elected leadership of Rangam, providing strategic...

  • Policy Advisor

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Carriera Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Policy Advisor to join our team at Carriera Limited. As a Policy Advisor, you will play a key role in identifying and managing design-related risks, communicating effectively with contractors, designers, and clients, and reviewing and monitoring designers' compliance.Key...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tasmanian Government Full time

    Job Title: Deputy Chief Allied Health AdvisorAbout the RoleThe Tasmanian Government is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the position of Deputy Chief Allied Health Advisor.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-level advice and recommendations to the Chief Allied Health Advisor and Health Executive members on statewide strategic allied...