Starting salary: £28,988 - £35,199 + London Weighting

Earning potential: Up to £41,411 + London Weighting

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the charity Guide Dogs as a Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Advisor known to Guide Dogs as a Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer.

Our award-winning team campaigns to break down barriers and end discrimination against people with sight loss. Our consistent campaigning has led to a shift in Government thinking and policy on a number of key issues, and we are consistently rated as one of the top 5 most effective influencing charities by MPs.

In this role you will have the opportunity to shape and develop evidenced-based policy positions, lobby key politicians and officials; draft consultation responses and policy briefings; monitor and respond to parliamentary activity; support the development and implementation of the public affairs strategy; shape campaign plans and mobilise the public and our campaigns supporters and volunteers.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year.

We recognise that the world looks a little bit different since the pandemic. Therefore, we’re committed to enabling our staff to work where best suits the needs of the individual, their team and the organisation. For this role, there will be opportunities to work from home as well as the office. We want our staff to flourish and work in environments which maximises their potential and best serves our stakeholders.

We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Experience in policy, public affairs or campaigns work with a track record of working effectively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Detailed knowledge of the UK political framework and environment and current public affairs and campaigning techniques.
• Knowledge of advocacy-based campaigning.
• Knowledge of event organisation and how to communicate with a range of political audiences.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below. The candidate pack contains more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our Recruitment Team.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

If you have any accessibility issues, please contact our Recruitment Team.

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above.

As part of your application ensure you provide evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system has a one-hour time limit. We would advise you to prepare your answers separately and then copy and paste into the online form once finalised.

If any mandatory fields are missed, a pop-up box will appear at the top of the page advising which sections require completion.

Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Please contact our Recruitment Team if you require any support with your application.

Are you an experienced policy professional looking for a new challenge? We are looking for someone to help lead an exciting and varied programme of work in medical regulation.

The GMC helps to protect patients and improve medical education and practice in the UK by setting standards for students and doctors.  We support them in achieving and exceeding those standards, and take action when they are not met. 

The role of the Regulation Policy Team (RPT) is to lead the GMC’s development of policy with cross-organisational implications; support the organisation to reach a more coordinated approach to the application of policy and the development of our regulatory model and regulatory reform; and manage our interactions with major public inquiries affecting professional regulation.

Main Responsibilities

This is a changing and challenging policy environment in which you will need to be able to understand complex policy and political issues, and their implications for how we regulate. As one of two Heads of Section within RPT your main responsibilities will be to:

• Lead the GMC’s work on managing our engagement with reviews and public inquiries

• Lead a number of major policy portfolios within the team

• Jointly  lead and oversee the team’s management and communication structures.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Excellent leadership and staff management skills, with an ability to motivate and lead staff within a dynamic, changing environment

• An ability to lead policy change in a complex and sensitive political environment, working within statutory frameworks and legal and procedural requirements

• An ability to engage and influence colleagues at all levels, and key external stakeholders, including developing and managing relationships and networking effectively

Benefits

By working at the GMC, you will receive a generous pension scheme with a 15% employer contribution, private medical insurance and numerous discounts from eating out, travel and annual gym memberships.

We champion internal growth and development by providing great career opportunities to progress and advance. Working with your line manager, you’ll create a personal development plan to support you with enhancing your skills to hit your goals. We also offer coaching, workshops and online learning on everything from people manager essentials to managing your health and wellbeing.

The GMC strongly believes that diversity in backgrounds and experiences contributes to a broader perspective that consistently leads to us being a better regulator. We have made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination.

The GMC is a charity registered in England and Wales (1089278) and Scotland (SC037750).

Brexit means that the UK is adopting an independent trade policy for the first time in 50 years. This is an exciting time to help shape the UK’s approach to international trade, and ensure that it leads to positive outcomes for people and the planet. 

The Senior Political Advisor’s role is to lead TJM’s political advocacy, provide policy research and manage relationships with Parliament and the civil service. This includes providing the secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Trade Justice. The post-holder will also manage internal communications, including with other civil society groups, to identify areas of shared interest and develop parliamentary advocacy strategies. 

The Senior Political Advisor will work as part of TJM’s small team to contribute to the development of strategy and funding bids, administration and media communications as appropriate. The role includes representing TJM to external organisations, including think tanks, the civil service and other civil society groups. 

Working as part of a small team, the postholder will need both a strong ability to manage their time and work plan, and to work closely with TJM’s network of members to support joint strategy and advocacy. 

Magic Breakfast’s mission is to end child morning hunger in the UK now and for good. As part of this mission, the Policy and Campaigns team campaigns and builds political support for long term, sustainable, government investment in school breakfast provision. Over the next three years we will campaign to increase investment in school breakfast provision at the local, devolved nation and Westminster level to ensure it has maximum impact for children at risk of hunger.

The Policy Officer coordinates the development of research and policy reports to highlight and strengthen the case for investment in school breakfasts. The Policy Officer will also play a role in engaging external stakeholders to build support for Magic Breakfast’s policy positions.

Interviews will be held on 24 November. 

This role is currently home-based due to Covid-19 restrictions and we are open to applicants across the UK. We are also open to flexible working arrangements.

About the Role

You will provide policy advice and support for Leonard Cheshire in order to increase our influence and drive positive change with disabled people. You will support policy analysis and engagement on social and public policy as it relates to disabled people in the UK, working collaboratively with colleagues in the devolved nations.

At Leonard Cheshire we’re proud to be pioneers for change in the UK and across the globe. We’re currently campaigning for change on social care, employment and transport in the UK and for better education for girls with disabilities internationally.

About You

• You will bring demonstrable experience of working in a policy team and have knowledge and experience of methods used in policy development and influencing, including engaging with government consultations.
• You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills, both in terms of analysing qualitative and quantitative research.
• You will have experience of involving people with lived experience in policy work.
• You will have an understanding of current policy issues relevant to disabled people and a passion for delivering positive outcomes with disabled people.

If your are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website via the Apply button to download the job description and apply.

Closing date: 8 November 2021

About Leonard Cheshire

We are Leonard Cheshire – supporting individuals to live, learn and work as independently as they choose, whatever their ability. We are the UK’s largest voluntary sector provider of services for people with disabilities.  We’re at the heart of local life – opening doors to opportunity, choice and support in communities around the globe. Through pioneering research and innovation, we are building a fairer, more inclusive society that recognises the positive contributions we all make, and where we are all proud to play our part. Internationally, we are a specialist development NGO delivering inclusive education, youth leadership and access to livelihoods programmes across Africa and Asia.

What we Offer

• A generous employer contribution to a company pension scheme with additional life cover
• Substantial annual leave, with the option to buy or sell leave
• Access to a cash health plan at favourable rates
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

* No agencies please *

• £28,909 per year

• Full time 

• Permanent contract 

• Based in Royal Borough of Greenwich

Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind is a highly regarded local charity, helping people to be mentally healthy and working together with those experiencing mental health problems and dementia to improve their quality of life. With an annual turnover of £5M, over 150 staff and 200 volunteers, we are one of the largest charities in the Mind network

Bridge Support began in 1986 and has grown into the main service provider for mental health in the Royal Borough of Greenwich with a current workforce of 130 staff. We work with several strategically selected partners to support people with long-term mental health problems by providing the framework they need to work towards independent living. Our aim is for every person to be able to enjoy the freedoms, opportunities, and pleasures that most people take for granted.

We are working in partnership with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust to deliver the Greenwich Community Wellbeing Hub.  This will form part of the new transformation of mental health services in the Royal Borough of Greenwich under the NHS Long Term Plan. The service will bring together the expertise of local primary, secondary and voluntary sector mental health care providers with the aim of providing flexible, holistic and integrated services for adults with mental health problems.

The integrated team will provide support to people with long-term mental health problems within a primary care and community mental health setting, helping people develop their independence, self-management skills and achieve their recovery goals.

We are looking for people with experience of working within mental health services including to support prevention, recovery and self-management. Applicants should have strong line management skills alongside experience of completing assessments, managing a diverse caseload, working in a busy work environment, and possess effective skills in communication. An ability to work independently but collaboratively, to be proactive and show initiative is essential for this role.

The role will involve:

• Line management of key project staff 

• Management of a diverse caseload

• Providing recovery-orientated individual and group-based support to adults with mental health problems

• Collaborative working with all partners involved in the Community Wellbeing Hub 

• Undertaking holistic needs and risk assessments 

• Commitment to regular training and supervision 

• Effective contribution to the development and continuous improvement of the service 

BLG Mind and Bridge Support recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive work force, and would therefore particularly welcome applications from the following, currently under-represented, groups:

• People from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds

• People aged 18-25

• Disabled people

• People with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities

Both organisations are committed to meeting the reasonable adjustments of disabled people, and welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems. 

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check

BLG Mind and Bridge Support offer flexibility for hybrid working (some days at home and some in the office) where this supports staff wellbeing and fits with the needs of clients and the charities. As people-focused organisations, we expect all staff to spend regular time at their work base as part of these arrangements.

Closing date: Sunday 7th November (11:59pm)

Likely interview date: Week beginning 15th November

Please apply via our website

About the role

Sense has an exciting opportunity for someone to join our impactful Policy, Public Affairs and Research team as our Policy and Public Affairs Advisor. This full time position will work flexibly between home and our head office in King’s Cross, London. 

Our Policy and Public Affairs Advisor will be responsible for influencing policy in the interest of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This will include:

Engaging with politicians, government departments, external partner organisations and campaign coalitions.
Establishing, developing and maintaining effective relationships with key Parliamentarians.
Seeking to influence relevant organisations and opinion-formers.
Contributing to the planning and delivery of influencing, engagement and campaign activities.

Key skills and experience

Demonstrable track record of successfully influencing the policy or practice of national organisations.
The ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
An in-depth understanding of the way that decisions are made within policy and parliamentary processes.
Significant evidence of working in partnership to effect change.
Desirable: experience in the field of SEND and children's social care policy.

It's really important that you can demonstrate a commitment to people with complex disabilities and Sense’s vision and values; including a willingness to learn how to communicate with people with complex disabilities and identify the barriers to their participation in all aspects of the Sense’s work.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world.

We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days, plus public holidays.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification before applying.

Sense is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all of its work. We want to ensure that the diversity of our workforce is reflective of the people we support and the communities we serve. We encourage applications of those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds as well as women, trans and non-binary people, and those with different accessibility needs. All offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Policy & Public Affairs Adviser:

• Permanent
• London, hybrid with homeworking
• Salary: £31,000

We’re working with a fantastic, London-based professional body to recruit a Policy & Public Affairs Adviser to join an established team within the health space.

This role would suit someone with a knowledge or background in health policy, who has the confidence to work alongside senior stakeholder and politicians to develop and implement the Faculty’s policy work. You will have a strong understanding of the policy making process, how engaging with politicians works and strong written skills.

As the Policy & Public Affairs Adviser, you will be responsible for;

• Providing advice, guidance and information on matters of health policy
• Contributing to the organisation of roundtable events when part of a policy project, as well as representing the organisation at conferences and seminars as required
• Drafting approach letters to MPs and stakeholders
• Supporting relationships with key stakeholders within the health industry
• Daily monitoring of Parliament and stakeholders, identifying opportunities to inform and influence policy decisions

To be successful in the position you will have;

• Strong understanding of Parliament/Government and Health sector
• A background in Public Affairs/Health policy
• Understanding of policy development process
• Strong written skills, proven experience in summarising statistics and data
• Ability to communicate confidently at all levels

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

We are seeking a proactive and dependable Policy Officer to join the Institute of Physics (IOP) in the Policy Team on a fixed term basis for 1 Year. We are working on some very exciting projects to help transform physics in the UK: increasing diversity in education and the workplace, ensuring children have access to world-class physics education, and fostering investment in technical skills and STEM.

The role

This is an exciting role that will play an integral part in the policy work of the institute. The post holder will support the development and dissemination of IOP policy, undertaking research, writing briefings and consultation responses, and assisting senior colleagues in high profile IOP projects and reports.

Main responsibilities include:

• Policy analysis, development and dissemination
• Networking and stakeholder engagement
• Team coordination and planning

Key skills and experience required are:

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritise workload, and handle multiple tasks.
• Experience of writing for different audiences.
• Experience of establishing and maintaining networks of policy contacts and external stakeholders.

Future of Work

The Institute of Physics is an equal opportunities employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact.

The Future of Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility.

Why work with us?

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland, we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

Our purpose is to gather, inspire, guide, represent and celebrate all who share a passion for physics. And, in our role as a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

 We are working to deliver an ambitious five-year strategy, and we are seeking new talent to help us create a contemporary organisation that is fit for the future.

In addition to a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, we offer employees a comprehensive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, private medical insurance and generous annual leave. We also offer a range of other benefits including childcare vouchers, gym membership and interest free season ticket loans.

The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.

Location: London
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £31,000 per annum
Benefits: Read more about our excellent benefits on our website
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Travel: Some travel within the UK
Closing date: 3 November 2021

Summary

Our Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns team is focused on creating lasting change. We identify creative policy solutions in response to the challenges people with arthritis face. We influence decision-makers through stakeholder engagement, public affairs activity and by campaigning alongside people with arthritis. We're looking for a Policy Officer who will make a difference to health and social care policy for people with arthritis.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to drive policy development across our priority areas. The Policy Officer will lead on specific policy projects, commissioning research, developing policy positions, and producing reports and consultation responses.

The Policy Officer will also contribute to the wider work of the team, directorate and charity, including by representing us on cross-sector policy groups, drafting briefings, and participating in events and conferences.

We'll give you autonomy, variety and challenge with opportunities to work with inspirational campaigners, attend events in Parliament and meet senior stakeholders in government. We're a supportive team who will value your well-being and professional development.

Key requirements

If you have the following then we'd love to hear from you:

• Understanding of policy issues relevant to people with long-term conditions or disability.
• Experience of working in a policy team.
• Experience of developing and influencing health and social care policy.
• The ability to think creatively and communicate effectively.
• An enthusiastic, adaptive and flexible approach.

How to apply

To apply you MUST submit the following:

1. A concise, up-to-date CV
2. Along with a completed supporting statement form demonstrating how you meet the key requirements set out in the job description and person specification for the Policy Officer role.
3. Please include where you've seen this role advertised.

Email your completed application by 3 November 2021.

Interviews

First interviews expected: 10 November 2021, in London or by Microsoft Teams.

Second interviews expected: 17 November 2021, in London or by Microsoft Teams.

About us

There are 18.8 million people living with a musculoskeletal (MSK) condition like arthritis in the UK. Arthritis causes pain, fatigue and isolation every single day. It can impact on the ability to work, our relationships and take away our independence. We don't accept this. We are Versus Arthritis. We are volunteers, healthcare professionals, researchers and friends, all doing everything we can to push back against arthritis. Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us defy arthritis.

Read more about what we do, working for us and what we offer on our website.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Versus Arthritis is a Registered Charity No: 207711 and in Scotland No. SC041156.

Promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace.

The Baytree Centre is a social inclusion project supporting local women and girls in the heart of Brixton.We are recruiting a Welfare and/or Housing Adviser to join our Women’s Services Team.  Your role will be to provide high quality, effective information, advice and guidance in the areas of welfare benefits and/or housing to Baytree’s beneficiaries.  You will work closely with our team of Social Mobility Coaches so that the advice you provide is embedded within a longer term holistic programme of support for the women. 

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic condition and limits the life of people with cystic fibrosis (CF). The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is fighting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by the condition. Our mission is to create a world where everyone living with cystic fibrosis will be able to look forward to a long, healthy life.

We are currently looking for two Policy Analysts to join our successful Policy and Public Affairs team. You will be responsible for influencing public policy in the interests of people affected by cystic fibrosis. The ideal candidate would have experience of working in policy and public affairs and an understanding of the NHS and healthcare.

Benefits include 30 days annual leave and opportunities for learning and development.

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from people with cystic fibrosis, disabled people, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) and LGBTQI candidates.

Please note: if you decide to apply for this role, you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work for us and we will need to check this.

Closing date for completed applications: Monday 01 November 2021 at 5pm

Interviews expected: week commencing 08 November 2021

2 vacant posts available

Director of Policy

Salary: £85,000 - £92,000

Permanent, Full time

Stratford: Office based with high flexibility to work from home

CRUK encourages flexible working, and we would be happy to discuss requests for a change in hours or location for the right candidate.

Closing Date: 31st October

Cancer Research UK (CRUK) is the world's largest Charity dedicated to fighting over 200 types of cancer. We think big, we are market leading, ambitious and innovative. Our vision for three in four people to survive the disease in the next 20 years means that we need to accelerate everything that we do. Through our cancer prevention initiatives, scientific research and fundraising - we have a passion to do things better and faster.

Our policy department develops evidence-based policy to inform Government decisions related to cancer and research, communicating our views to key decision-makers. We are uniquely placed to inform political debate, and we work with Parliamentarians across the country to ensure that cancer prevention, detection and treatment remain health priorities.

The Director of Policy will play a critical role in setting a strategic direction for CRUK's externally facing policy agenda, as well as providing strategic oversight and direction for our influencing priorities and public affairs and campaigning activities. You will be well networked in the political arena, with the ability engage and influence senior leaders. You'll have experience of running a large Policy function and you'll also be an inspirational and strategic leader, driving forward our vision of beating cancer sooner.

As Director of Policy you'll oversee a workforce of around 46. You'll lead high performing and experienced teams across areas including Policy & Implementation Research, Policy Development, Public Affairs & Campaigning, and International Policy.

To view our candidate pack, which includes a full description of the role please click

Help us lead the way through your...

• Proven ability to network with and influence a broad and diverse range of senior stakeholders to progress critical agendas.

• Political awareness with substantial policy/ campaigning experience in one or more of the voluntary, medical, health and research sectors

• Strong strategic thinking/ problem solving skills informed by an appreciation of internal and external factors and the ability to identify and leverage synergies.

• Inspirational leadership experience with the ability to build a compelling vision and align others behind it.

• Credible and recognised professional within the Policy arena (whether Health or elsewhere).

• Proven track record of developing and executing policy strategies/ approaches that have far reaching and demonstrable impact on the ground.

• Excellent relationship/stakeholder management and communication skills.

What will I gain?

Without you we wouldn't be able to achieve our aim of seeing 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. So, we want to reward you in as many ways as possible. Our benefits package includes discounts on anything from travel to technology, generous holiday allowance, gym membership, and much more. We want to ensure that you have the best work/life balance possible, so we actively encourage a flexible working culture for all of our roles wherever possible. Depending on your role, options for flexibility could include homeworking, reduced or flexi-hours, job shares, job splits, and core hours. For the majority of our office-based roles you'll only be required to work from a specific location for 1 or 2 days a week on average. You'll also be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. And ultimately, you'll know that you'll be changing lives through your work.

If you're as ambitious as we are, join our collective force and enjoy an excellent career, as we save lives and add years.

Together, we will beat cancer.

We have an exciting opportunity here at the Social Interest Group for a highly engaged and organised HR professional to join us as a People and Culture Advisor in delivering an exceptional advisory and people support service across the organisation.

Reporting into the People and Culture Business Partners’, the People and Culture Advisor will provide high quality generalist HR advice to managers and colleagues on a wide range of topics including contract reviews, performance management, absence, disciplinaries and grievance issues and ensure people operations, systems, analytics, and reporting are being delivered effectively.

Utilising your breadth of knowledge of people matters within the workplace, you will be a trusted advisor on a wide range on people processes, policies and systems related issues and provide excellent people solutions, while establishing and maintain effective working relationships across the Group.

To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrable experience working in a similar HR advisory role, including giving generalist HR advice as well as areas within employment law; you must be comfortable with a wide range of HR systems acting as the superuser, coupled with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver against deadlines within a busy People and Culture team.

About Us:

The Social Interest Group (SIG) is a leading UK based charity, providing bespoke person centred social and health care solutions. Utilising strength-based models of working, we specialise in rehabilitation and supporting people who have complex needs, empowering them to achieve their full potential. We deliver social and health care services through our subsidiary charities SIG Penrose, SIG Equinox, SIG Investments and Pathways to Independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide first line advisory support and advise on all employee relations issues including, but not limited to grievances and disciplinaries, absences, performance management etc.
• Advise and support managers in accordance with current employment legislation and relevant policies and procedures
• Oversee HR processes including new starters and leavers process; HR documentation is completed in a timely manner i.e., absence forms, probation reviews, performance reviews etc.
• Manage the HR Information System (Cascade), ensuring employee amendments and absences are updated, and accuracy of information recorded and liaise with managers to input data correctly
• Compile reports (monthly, quarterly and annually) and providing HR data as and when required by HR and/or Management team as requested.
• Champion engagement initiatives including employee surveys, well-being, reward and recognition, internal communications and company values on site encouraging participation

Experience Required:

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 2 years working at Advisor/Generalist level, covering the full spectrum of HR disciplines within a multi-site environment
• Sound knowledge and proven track record in all core aspects of HR management, including performance management, organisational change and restructures, absence management, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Proven track record of employee relations and employment law
• A sound understanding of and expertise of HR systems and payroll processes
• Strong report writing skills with the ability to analyse, assimilate and present data and draw conclusions in a connected way
• Effective planning and organisational skills in the context of tight deadlines and often conflicting priorities
• Sound IT skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook etc), experience of manipulating HR databases
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate complex ideas and business concepts in accessible terms.
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of up-to-date of best practice HRM techniques
• Desirable: experience using Cascade

Benefits and commitment to you:

• Promoting anti discriminatory practices in line with our values: ambition, empowerment, transparency and inclusivity
• 25 days holiday increasing to 26 days after 2 years of service and increasing 1 day per year up to 30 days annual leave
• Access to employee assistance programme including Medi-cash Plus
• Free uniform
• Subsided meals when on duty
• Discount gym membership
• Routine eye tests, glasses and contact lenses
• Dental treatment via NHS or Private
• Physiotherapy, Massage and a range of other therapies
• Life Assurance

All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and provide employment references covering the last 5 years period including one from your most recent employer.