This well respected health research membership body has 133 members who collectively invest over £1.3bn on medical research annually. They work collaboratively within the medical research community across the private, public and third sectors. A position of Head of Policy and Public Affairs is now available to lead on developing and implementing policy on behalf of members to key stakeholders.
Reporting directly into their new Chief Executive, you will be responsible for developing policy positions and strong working relationships with key stakeholders in the medical research and scientific community across the UK and Europe. You will manage the policy and public affairs team, and be a member of the Senior Management team.
With a background in policy and public affairs, you will have a track record in policy development, be used to influencing politicians and senior executives, and have an ability to work across complex issues affecting medical and health research with ease. Previous experience in a membership or health and science body would be desirable but is not essential.