Senior Policy and Project Officer JD 000A 8D51

Job Title Senior Policy and Project Officer

Reference: 000A 8D51

Salary / Pay Rate: £27.19 per hour PAYE

Role Length: 3-month initial assignment (likely extension)

Job Type: Policy / Programme Management / Public Sector

Location: London, SE1 (Hybrid)

Postcode: SE1 0LL

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Temporary / Full-time

The Role:

Our client is recruiting a Senior Policy and Project Officer to join the Equalities team within the Communities & Skills Directorate. This role plays a key part in supporting the development, implementation and delivery of social policy programmes that align with the Mayor's priorities and address the needs of London's diverse communities. You will lead on equality-focused programmes and projects, manage external contracts, develop policy responses to emerging national developments, and work collaboratively. The position requires a proactive individual who can balance strategic policy input with hands-on programme delivery in a fast-paced, political environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scope, develop and lead the delivery of programmes and projects related to equalities and social policy
• Provide strategic policy advice, analysis and briefings for senior stakeholders, including the Mayor
• Manage externally commissioned projects, suppliers and contract delivery
• Build partnerships across public, private, civil society and community organisations to inform policy
• Monitor legislative and policy developments affecting equalities and identify emerging issues
• Represent our client at meetings, events, conferences and through media communication
• Contribute to performance and risk reporting, ensuring programme targets are met
• Champion equality, diversity and inclusive practices across all activities
• Support cross-organisational working and multi-disciplinary project teams

What the client is looking for:

• Expert knowledge of social policy, ideally within a London context
• Proven project management experience with ability to deliver to time and budget
• Experience working within political or multi-stakeholder environments
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate research into actionable policy
• Excellent communication skills-written reports, presentations, stakeholder engagement
• Experience managing partnerships and facilitating cross-sector collaboration
• Ability to work flexibly, problem-solve and adapt to changing priorities

What the client offers:

• Hybrid working based in central London
• Opportunity to work on high-impact programmes shaping equality policy across London
• Professional development within a political and policy-driven setting
• Competitive hourly rate and full-time hours

How to Apply

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