Policy and Research Manager (Centre for Young Lives)

Policy and Research Manager (Centre for Young Lives)

Full-Time On-site
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This post sits within the Centre for Young Lives, the policy and campaigning body founded by Baroness Anne Longfield and part of Oasis Charitable Trust. The role centres on leading projects that turn evidence into policy influence on mental health, education and early intervention, and on building ties with senior decision-makers. Hybrid working, 60% in office, across national programmes such as Future Minds. Right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS check are required, and no sponsorship is offered.

What the job involves

  • Lead projects on children and young people's policy
  • Contribute ideas to shape the organisation's work
  • Build relationships with senior decision-makers
  • Shape national conversations on social innovation and systems change through evidence and insight
  • Deliver lasting improvements to outcomes for children and young people in local communities

What's required

Skills & knowledge

  • Entrepreneurial and solutions-focused approach
  • Comfortable working at pace
  • Relentless focus on impact

Checks & eligibility

  • Enhanced DBS check
  • Right to work in the UK

Other

  • Intellectually curious
  • Proactive and forward-thinking
  • Committed to excellence
  • Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
  • Motivated by social impact

What's offered

  • Pension with 7% employer contribution
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Flexible hybrid working, 60% in office
  • Family-friendly policies that support wellbeing

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The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team