• Locations

  London

• Salary

  Up to £287 per day

• Sector

  Policy, Policy & Public Affairs

• Type

  Contract / Interim

Senior Policy Adviser

Location: Remote (UK-wide)

Rate: £35.97 per hour (Umbrella)

Working Pattern: Flexible – 4 or 5 days per week

Contract: Temporary for approximately 4 months

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Policy Adviser to join a leading regulatory body, working at the forefront of policy development in a complex and evolving landscape.

Reporting into the Policy Manager, you will lead high-impact policy projects, providing expert advice on legislative, regulatory, and governance issues. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence national-level policy and contribute to informed debate across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver policy development projects from scoping through to completion
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis using qualitative and quantitative data
• Analyse legislation, regulatory frameworks, and emerging policy trends
• Monitor external developments and provide timely insight to internal teams
• Produce high-quality reports, briefings, and consultation responses
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather input and ensure policy alignment
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders
• Provide clear, evidence-based policy advice to senior decision-makers

About You

We are looking for a policy professional who can operate confidently in a fast-paced and complex environment.

Essential:

• Experience in policy development or a relevant degree-level qualification
• Strong understanding of UK legislation and policy-making processes
• Proven experience working with or analysing legislation
• Proven ability to analyse complex information and present clear insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience interpreting legislation and translating it into practical guidance
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Desirable:

• Experience working within a regulatory body
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders or decision-makers
• Knowledge of UK political systems and devolved structures
• Experience working on or contributing to the development of legislation
• Exposure to international or comparative policy research

Why Apply?

• Fully remote working anywhere in the UK
• Flexible working pattern (4 or 5 days per week)
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and meaningful policy issues
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.