Age UK is passionate about giving everyone the opportunity to make the most of later life. Policy and Research are important parts of Age UK’s work because it has the power to transform older peoples’ lives for the better. We seek to influence decision-makers by conducting social and economic analysis, developing public policy proposals, and shaping policy agendas in a wide range of areas. Age UK is offering a fantastic opportunity for a professional Policy Manager to influence decision makers, develop public policy proposals and manage policy projects. You will be the lead and main point of contact providing specialist support to colleagues on all issues affecting older people relating to fuel poverty, energy markets and warm homes. There will also be opportunity to lead work on other consumer issues, such as scams. The Policy Team You will be joining Age UK’s Policy team, which is a small unit of five staff led by the Head of Policy and part of Age UK’s wider Influencing Division. The post holder will be responsible for leading Age UK’s policy and influencing work on the areas outlined above and will work closely with other policy staff and with research colleagues. You will also work with colleagues in other parts of the organisation, including Parliamentary Affairs, Media, and Campaigns. The job is varied – for example, it may include writing a response to a government consultation, working with colleagues to develop a research project, meeting with external stakeholders, speaking at a conference, and responding to urgent media enquiries. Age UK operates hybrid working between home and our London office. The Policy team all come to the office every Wednesday, on the other days the location is flexible depending on the requirements of your job, which will encompass meetings and events taking place in London. All applications must be accompanied by a full supporting letter, stating your transferrable skills and experience and why you would like to work for Age UK.