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About the Role

We are seeking a policy adviser to join our resource stewardship theme, contributing to ambitious environmental leadership and potentially working on projects within our Legislation & Governance unit. This role will shape circular economy policy and environmental legislation in the UK by identifying evidence, building relationships with stakeholders, and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Research and analysis on policy relating to resources and other themes.
• Produce reports, briefings, articles, blogs, consultation responses, and other communications materials.
• Act as a persuasive advocate for key policies.
• Support relationships with project partners and stakeholders.
• Manage and support projects, ensuring delivery to time, budget, and quality.
• Plan and manage meetings, webinars, and events.
• Build new audiences and alliances for theme work and develop new project ideas.
• Maintain and update records of important contacts.
• Develop strong relationships with policymakers and stakeholders.
• Represent Green Alliance externally, including at events and in the media.
• Contribute to an inclusive workplace by aligning with the EDI action plan.
• Work effectively as part of a team and independently with initiative.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as requested.

Requirements

• Motivation to work in a purpose-driven organization focused on environmental thriving.
• Understanding of UK environmental policy and processes, particularly resources policy, or willingness to develop it.
• Experience in policy research and analysis; ability to synthesize information and make recommendations.
• Experience in supporting or leading programme delivery, co-ordination, and administration.
• Ability to create engaging, high-impact communications tailored for specific audiences.
• Affinity for working in a team and independently, adapting quickly to new opportunities.
• Specific expertise in the circular economy, consumption, or resource stewardship (desirable).
• Knowledge of the UK environmental NGO and business sectors (desirable).
• Experience working with civil servants, politicians, or in Parliament, and advocating for policy changes (desirable).
• Excellent research, drafting, and writing skills.
• Confident communication, influencing, and advocacy skills.
• Good project planning, prioritisation, and delivery skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and networks with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Skills

• Research
• Communication
• Policy analysis
• Project management
• Stakeholder relationship building
• Advocacy
• Writing
• Drafting
• Influencing
• Project planning
• Prioritisation
• Delivery
• Networking

Location

• Central London (office)
• Remote (for working from home)

Work Type

• Hybrid working (typically two days a week in office)
• Permanent contract
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• 35 hours per week
• Occasional evening work with time off in lieu

Experience Level

• Starting salary commensurate with experience

Education Level

• CV with details of education and work experience required for application.

Salary/Compensations

• £36,192 - £39,936

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year in addition to statutory holidays and Christmas/New Year period.
• Auto-enrolment pension with Aviva.
• Pension contribution up to 7.5 per cent of gross salary.
• IT hardware and equipment provided for working from home.

About the Company

• Green Alliance is an organisation working towards a world where people and the environment thrive together.
• The role reports to the Head of resources policy and works closely with policy, communications, and politics teams.

Equal Opportunity

• Contribute to Green Alliance being an inclusive workplace through setting a personal objective aligning to our (equity, diversity and inclusion) EDI action plan.