This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal College of Physicians at a crucial time. The RCP is a patient centred and clinically led organisation in the health sector and is the oldest medical royal college representing hospital doctors.

The public affairs and campaigns adviser supports the development of the RCP’s influence and networks, particularly in government and Parliament, identifying opportunities to involve RCP fellows and members in our influencing work.

Working closely with the public affairs manager, you will help support our public affairs and policy work, proactively identifying opportunities to ensure the organisation is influencing the health agenda effectively on a range of topics including the NHS workforce, health inequality, sustainability and climate change and clinical research.

You will be as comfortable speaking to parliamentarians and other stakeholders as you are writing consultation submissions and briefings. You will understand and be able to engage with the detail of legislation, while appreciating the bigger picture and our place in it. You will have experience of carefully analysing the external environment to spot opportunities to raise the profile of our policy priorities.

The policy and campaigns team – and the wider communications, policy and research department - is a fast paced, collaborative and innovative environment. We value the opinions and ideas of every member of the team and actively seek their contributions. You will help us set our objectives and improve the ways we work.

Our benefits

27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution
interest-free season ticket loan
life assurance
annual pay award
flexible working hours
employee assistance programme – 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life
occupational health team – includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments
cycle to work scheme
corporate eye care scheme
professional training and development opportunities
enhanced maternity and paternity pay
staff discounts platform – including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: Friday 12 April