External Affairs and Policy Specialist

Do you want to help shape public debate, influence policy and communicate the value of homecare to Parliament and the wider public?

We are looking for a driven, curious, and politically aware External Affairs and Policy Specialist to help us communicate our policy work externally and strengthen the voice of homecare providers. You will turn policy insight, member experience and evidence into clear, persuasive communications for Parliament, the media, stakeholders and members

As a small, influential membership body, we offer breadth, visibility and responsibility. This role will suit someone who enjoys working hands-on in a small team, where priorities can move quickly and individual contribution is highly visible. We invest in our people, encourage professional development and give you real responsibility and exposure from day one. Your work will help shape national conversations and support a sector that matters.

What you will do

Parliamentary engagement

Support day to day parliamentary monitoring and identify opportunities to influence debates, questions and policy development

Draft high-quality briefings, parliamentary questions, and stakeholder communications

- Build and maintain relationships with MPs, Peers, and parliamentary staff

Support delivery of our parliamentary engagement activity, including events and party conferences

Member communication

Draft clear, timely and engaging communications for members, including briefings, updates and campaigns

Work directly with members, including through focus groups, to capture insight, case studies and evidence

Ensure member voice sits at the centre of our external messaging

Translate complex policy and political developments into clear, practical and accessible information for members and external audiences

Wider external affairs

Monitor media coverage and support proactive and reactive media activity

Contribute to social media and wider communications output

Support campaigns, publications, events and stakeholder engagement

Support team coordination, reporting and continuous improvement

About you

You are bright, motivated and organised, with a strong interest in politics, policy and communications. You enjoy writing, relationship-building and working at pace. You can understand complex issues, ask good questions and turn evidence into clear, compelling messages for different audiences.

You will bring:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to translate complex policy issues for different audiences

Experience in public affairs, policy communications, media, communications or campaigning, or a closely related field

An understanding of UK parliamentary processes, political engagement and the wider policy environment

Confidence gathering insight from stakeholders, members or service users, including through meetings, interviews or focus groups

Confidence using social media to inform, engage and influence

Strong planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

An interest in social care, health or public services, or a desire to build expertise in this area

Please note that we are shortlisting applications as they come in.