At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct research and engage with stakeholders to influence policy decisions for local businesses.
- Company: Join Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, the largest independent business organisation in the county.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, healthcare, flexible working, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Part-time hours considered; apply quickly as positions close once sufficient applicants are received.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Suffolk's business community while building a career in policy and public affairs.
- Qualifications: Passion for policy, strong research skills, and ability to communicate complex information.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 32000 £ per year.
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, the largest independent business organisation in the county, is looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Policy Officer to join their growing policy and public affairs team. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position, based in Ipswich, Suffolk with opportunities for hybrid working. Please note: part-time hours will be considered for this position.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a career in policy, politics and public affairs. Working closely with the Policy Manager, the Policy Officer will help represent the voice of Suffolk's businesses through policy research, stakeholder engagement and projects that influence local, regional and national decision-making.
Duties include:
- Conduct research and analysis on policy issues affecting businesses across Suffolk and the wider East of England
- Monitor policy and legislative developments and help shape Suffolk Chamber's lobbying and campaigning activity
- Prepare consultation responses, policy briefings, reports and communications
- Co-ordinate policy forums and business roundtables
- Support engagement with MPs, local authorities and key stakeholders.
What We Offer
We value our people as much as our members. Alongside a competitive full time salary of £26,000 - £32,000 per annum (depending on experience), we provide:
- Company pension and healthcare package
- 23 days holiday annual leave, plus bank holidays (increasing to a max of 28 days based on length of service)
- Extended paid leave over the Christmas break
- Flexible, hybrid working opportunities
About You
As our Policy Officer, you will be passionate about how policy decisions shape economic growth, communities and business success; you'll ideally have:
- Proven policy research and analytical skills, with the ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex information and draw evidence-based conclusions
- A strong interest in politics, policy development, local government and economic growth
- Ability to create credible, high quality written and verbal outputs from gathered information including briefings and reports
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to work at the heart of Suffolk's business community, influencing issues that matter to local businesses while developing a career in policy and public affairs. We are open to considering part-time hours for the right candidate - please ensure you include in your CV whether you are looking for a full time or part-time role.
There is no closing date for applications for the Policy Officer role, and the listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received so candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this vacancy. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.
No recruitment agencies, please.
Policy Officer employer: Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
Join the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce as a Policy Officer and become an integral part of the largest independent business organisation in the county. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and flexible hybrid working options, all within a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and innovation. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence local policy while building a rewarding career in public affairs right in the heart of Ipswich.
Contact Details:
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce Recruitment Team
