Overview

Marie Curie is the UK''s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end of life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they''re likely to die from.Job Summary

You''ll join Marie Curie''s Policy and Public Affairs team in our Research and Policy Directorate, working alongside passionate colleagues across the UK to champion better palliative and end of life care. We collaborate with governments, the NHS, social care, the voluntary sector, researchers, and people with lived experience to deliver lasting change.Responsibilities

Leading the development of evidence-based policy positions to improve access, quality, and sustainability of palliative and end-of-life care.Analysing complex policy developments, identifying opportunities to influence at national and local levels.Building and managing strategic relationships with policymakers, sector leaders, and other key stakeholders.Acting as a spokesperson for Marie Curie, representing the charity in the media, at conferences, and in political forums.Working with research teams to shape policy-relevant research and ensure findings are used to inform decision-making.Designing and manage strategic programmes of work, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.Qualifications

Proven experience of leading impactful policy change in palliative and end-of-life care, health, or social care.Demonstrable ability to use research and practice evidence for policy development and influencing.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex issues clearly and persuasively.Political astuteness and proven policy influencing skills.Experience designing and managing strategic programmes of work.Understanding of health and social care systems and policy-making processes.Commitment to advocate for equity and equality.Salary:

£45,000-50,000 per annum (+ £3,500 London Allowance if applicable)Contract:

Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)Based:

Hybrid.You can work fromanywhere within the UK, with regular travel to the London office as required.Benefits

Flexible working. We''re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season ticketsContinuous professional development opportunities.Industry-leading training programmesWellbeing and Employee Assistance ProgrammesEnhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefitsAccess to Blue Light Card membershipSubsidised Eye CareMarie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.We\''re happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

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