Prostate Cancer Research (PCR) is seeking an experienced and insightful Senior Policy Adviser to lead the development of our policy work and help drive meaningful change for people affected by prostate cancer.

Reporting to the Head of Policy, Campaigns and Public Affairs, you will be responsible for shaping evidence-based policy positions, producing high-impact consultation responses, and identifying strategic opportunities to influence health and research policy. This is an exciting opportunity for a policy professional with strong analytical and writing skills, a solid understanding of the health policy landscape, and a desire to make a difference.

Key Responsibilities are: 

• Policy Leadership - Lead the development of PCR’s policy positions across a range of health and research issues 
• Consultation and Inquiry Responses - Draft high-quality, persuasive responses to government consultations, select committee inquiries, and regulatory reviews
• Health Technology Appraisals - Lead or contribute to PCR’s submissions to NICE and SMC technology appraisals
• Stakeholder Insight and Engagement - Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, healthcare professionals, government bodies, think tanks, sector bodies such as the AMRC, and other key stakeholders
• Political and Policy Monitoring - Track key policy developments and legislative changes relevant to prostate cancer
• Internal Collaboration - Work closely with colleagues across PCR, including research, communications, patient engagement and fundraising teams
• Briefings and Written Outputs - Deliver succinct, compelling, and well-evidenced policy briefings on key issues to a range of stakeholders
• Public Representation - Represent PCR at external meetings, external policy networks, working groups, events, and conferences
• Support for Public Affairs and Campaigns - Provide policy advice and support the development of policy-facing materials