We have a great opportunity for a Research and Public Policy Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. You'll be based at the Westminster Bridge Road office. What you'll need: To be organised, with the ability to manage projects to a range of deadlines. Experience of developing and managing research projects. Excellent knowledge and understanding of public policy development. An understanding of how original research can influence public policy. Strong knowledge of key public policy issues, debates and regulatory requirements. If this sounds like you, this role might be perfect for you! A bit about the role: The Research and Public Policy Manager will lead on our public policy programme and develop and deliver research programmes. These will help us understand and share our customers experiences, to stimulate debate, influence policy and inform our external relations activity. Some of the key results for the role include: Develop Peabody’s public policy positioning based on sound research and reliable evidence, while understanding our priorities, delivery and messaging. Oversee our response to key public policy consultations and gain an understanding of the impact of policy changes. Build strong relationships within Peabody to help with gathering evidence and perspectives to back up our work. Lead on providing original research and thought leadership on issues that matter to our customers and support our influencing activities. Provide knowledge of external policy making and political processes, advising on legislative and regulatory changes. Support the CEO and Exec team with understanding the external context and provide content for board reports and communications. Provide supportive and committed line management our research and public policy analyst. Skills/Experience: Experience writing consultation responses. Experience completing or commissioning policy research, working with external agencies. Experience presenting research findings – both via report and presentations. Knowledge of national government. Has represented an organisation as part of industry group or similar. A minimum of 1 to 2 days working in the office is required, as well as regular attendance at external meetings. A bit about us: 160 years after it was established, Peabody is one of the oldest not-for-profit housing associations in the UK. The Peabody Group is responsible for more than 107,000 homes, with around 220,000 residents across London and the Home Counties. We also have around 20,000 care and support customers. Our purpose is to help people flourish, and we are getting closer to residents by taking a local approach. We are committed to delivering a responsive and easily accessible repairs service and investing in our existing homes so they are safe and well maintained. Our retrofit projects will make thousands of our homes more energy efficient. We work with councils and communities to promote economic inclusion, tackle inequality and poverty, and prioritise wellbeing. Here's just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: Flexible and hybrid working (depending on the role) Up to 30 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays Competitive salaries that are benchmarked regularly against current market rates Two additional paid volunteering days each year Family friendly policies Flexible benefits scheme, including options for Healthcare, Dental care, Critical illness cover, vouchers, technology scheme and access to a discount portal 4 x Life Assurance Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1 Are you ready to apply? PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer. To be considered for the position of Research and Public Policy Manager, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit both your CV and a bit about why we should consider you for the role. If you have any questions about this role please email Talent Specialist, Tanisha Johnson at [email protected] Peabody reserves the right to close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.