Creative UK is the independent network for the UK Creative Industries. Our goal is simple: to cultivate a world where creativity is championed, valued, and nurtured. We have established an authentic voice which represents, promotes and enhances the interests of the UK’s world-leading creative sector. We have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Policy professional to join our small yet powerful Policy team. This is a new role which will support our mission to champion and grow the UK’s cultural and creative industries through high-quality research and evidence-based policy development. As Senior Research and Policy Analyst you will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights, developing impactful policy recommendations and supporting advocacy efforts to influence decision-making at all levels. You will collaborate with our Head of Insights and expertise across the company working with and identifying data gaps to ensure that Creative UK is data-driven in its evidence base. Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills • Proven experience in conducting qualitative, quantitative research, with the ability to analyse complex data and present findings clearly. • Good knowledge of UK public policy and an understanding of the cultural and creative industries. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write persuasively for diverse audiences. • Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 and data analysis tools (e.g. Excel, SPSS,or similar). • Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to work independently when needed. • Experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership building (desirable) • Familiarity with funding mechanisms and investment frameworks relevant to the cultural and creative industries. (desirable) • Knowledge of emerging trends such as AI, sustainability and innovation within the cultural and creative sectors. (desirable) THE PACKAGE • Flexible hybrid working • Pension enrolment 5% employer contribution from 3 months service • Medicash from 3 months service • BUPA medical insurance & Life Assurance (1 year service) • Cycle 2 Work scheme, in partnership with Halfords • Benefits hub, discounts across a broad range of partners • Employee Assistance Programme, Health Assured • Mental Health Day, a paid day off work per annum to focus on activities which help you to alleviate stress • Summer Fridays, finish at 3pm every Friday throughout July & August • Your birthday off as paid leave, extra days off over the annual festive period • Paid volunteer day per year to give something back to the community LOCATION: Central London. Hybrid working. SALARY: £35,000 benefits CONTRACT: Full-time employee, initial 1-year fixed term with scope to become permanent TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link to jobswearecreative.uk by Monday 6th January 2025. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Interviews will take place by video conference on W/C 20th January 2025