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YMCA England and Wales, Barbican (Hybrid)
£43,294.95 per annum
Posted 2 days ago
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Barbican, Greater London (Hybrid) 1.42 miles
£43,294.95 per annum
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

The Vacancy

Job Title: Policy Manager

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £43,294.95 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1130049

There’s a new opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for influencing public policy and making a real difference in young people’s lives.  YMCA England & Wales is looking for a Policy Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future for communities across the country.

As the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, YMCA is a dynamic federation committed to supporting young people in mind, body, and spirit. In this exciting and influential role, you’ll lead our policy function – ensuring YMCA's voice is heard across Westminster, Whitehall, and beyond.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy, Campaigns & Research, the Policy Manager will drive our engagement with government, policymakers, and stakeholders by crafting evidence-based positions that reflect the needs of the YMCA movement and the young people we serve.

You will be responsible for monitoring emerging policy developments, preparing responses to government announcements, and producing high-quality briefings and reports for internal and external stakeholders. You’ll work closely with local YMCAs to ensure our positions are grounded in lived experience and reflect the realities faced by communities across England and Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape public discourse, build influential relationships, and help us champion the issues that matter most – from youth homelessness and mental health to employment and education.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of YMCA’s public policy positions using robust research and insights.
  • Monitor, analyse, and respond to government announcements, select committee work, and policy shifts.
  • Produce briefings and reports for the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, and senior leaders.
  • Develop strong relationships with government departments, civil servants, and coalition partners.
  • Collaborate with local YMCAs to ensure grassroots experiences inform national policy.
  • Amplify the voice of young people in all areas of policy development.
  • Support and work closely with colleagues across the Policy, Communications & International (PCI) team.

About You

You are a confident communicator with a deep understanding of the UK policy landscape and experience influencing public policy at a senior level. You bring strategic insight, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, impactful messages.

You’ll have:

  • Proven experience in a policy role, ideally in the charity or public sector.
  • Strong political awareness and understanding of policy-making processes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing briefings and reports for senior audiences.
  • The ability to build collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
  • A passion for social justice and a commitment to YMCA’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At YMCA England & Wales, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation making a tangible impact. You’ll help drive real change for young people and communities, working in a role that offers purpose, flexibility, and professional development.  If you're interested please do not delay, due to recent high volume of applications we may have to close the application window earlier than 24th August.

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

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YMCA England and Wales View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500
Posted on: 08 August 2025
Closing date: 24 August 2025 at 23:30
Tags: Policy, Governance / Management