Policy and Public Affairs Manager (England)

London Full-Time 36000 - 54000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Salary£46,587per annum.

LocationHybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK\’s.

Our office is a short walk from King\’s Cross station in London. Whilst we work flexibly, because we work with decision makers in Westminster, there will be an expectation that you can travel to central London at short notice if required. You will also be expected to come into the office at least one day a week.

Contractually this role is London-based.

ContractPermanent. Full time role – 35 hours per week.

Benefits

25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 2 years (+ an extra 10 days on each 5th year). Pro rata for part time hours

Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary

Healthcare plan

Support for staff with caring responsibilities

Family-friendly culture

How to applyCV and supporting statement – using Hospice UK\’s supporting statement document – available on our website to download.

Closing date for applicationsMidnight on Monday 23 February 2026.

Interview datesFirst interviews to take place week commencing 2 March – exact dates to be confirmed.

Second interviews to take place week commencing 9 March – exact dates to be confirmed.

We\’ll send assessmentsand some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process.

Job InformationThis exciting role in our award-winning External Affairs department will work across policy and public affairs work in England. You will fight for the hospice sector and people who need their support, helping us to create a country where no one misses out on the care they need at the end of their lives.

This is a significant time for hospice and end of life care.

Hospices across the UK are in the worst financial situation they have faced for 20 years. The funding crisis means hospices are cutting services and making redundancies.

Our campaigning efforts have recently led to £125m in short term funding for the hospice sector and a commitment to a Modern Service Framework for palliative care and end of life care. As well as a spotlight on hospices in the 10 year health plan and unprecedented parliamentary scrutiny of the way hospices are funded.

The momentum around palliative care and hospices mean there is no shortage of opportunities to influence the policy and political agenda.

We have strong influence in Parliament and have built significant interest in hospice care among policymakers. We are an important voice in the conversation around Assisted Dying, which will have a significant impact on palliative and end of life care.

With this momentum and opportunity, we are looking for a talented and committed Policy and Public Affairs Manager to help us shape the future of palliative and end of life care.

We are looking for a proactive and driven policy and public affairs professional. You will be curious about how best to improve people\’s experiences of death, dying and bereavement and strengthen the contribution of the hospice sector to this.

You will have excellent influencing and communication skills and sharp instinctsthat enable you to quickly understand and analyse the impact of external developments. As well as a collaborative mindset and commitment to building coalitions to maximise our impact.

You will provide leadership but must also be willing to pitch in at all levels to get things done. Excellent project management skills will mean you can identify where our resource is best spent and how to delegate tasks.

This is your chance to play a key role increating a country where no one misses out on the care they need at the end of their lives.

More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.

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Policy and Public Affairs Manager (England) employer: HOSPICE UK

Hospice UK is an exceptional employer that champions a hybrid work culture, allowing employees to tailor their work environment to suit their individual needs while contributing to meaningful change in the hospice sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, team members are encouraged to engage with member hospices and decision-makers, fostering a supportive atmosphere that values every voice. Located in the heart of London, just a short walk from King’s Cross station, Hospice UK offers a dynamic and rewarding workplace for those passionate about making a difference in palliative care.