Location
City of Westminster, Parliamentary Estate, Westminster

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£46,500 per annum plus £13,471 contribution towards Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme

About the Role
As an International Policy Analyst, you will play a vital role in supporting the UK’s parliamentary democracy by enabling Members of Parliament to carry out their responsibilities effectively. You will be part of a collaborative community working alongside colleagues from diverse professions within a unique and historic working environment on the Parliamentary Estate in Westminster.

This role offers the opportunity to lead high-quality research and analysis on international affairs policy, deliver written and verbal briefings, and organise evidence sessions with a variety of stakeholders. You will work across multiple internationally-focused committees including International Relations and Defence, Northern Ireland Scrutiny, International Agreements, and European Affairs.

Recent and ongoing inquiry topics include the UK’s future relationship with the US, the UK-EU reset, the Chagos Agreement, and Article 2 of the Windsor Framework. You will support committee work closely with senior parliamentary stakeholders and external experts.

Working at the House of Lords means joining a community that values wellbeing, growth, and contribution. You will benefit from 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after one year), a generous Civil Service pension scheme, a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme, and access to extensive learning and development opportunities. This role provides a unique insight into parliamentary procedures and the chance to witness democracy in action in a place of historic national significance.

Experience
Substantive professional or postgraduate expertise in international affairs policy is required.

About you
You will have excellent written and oral communication skills, sound political judgement, and the ability to produce objective and balanced work unaffected by personal political views. Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to work well within a team are essential.

Qualifications
A 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification is required.