Policy Manager Equity and Equality

Job title:

Policy Manager Equity and Equality

Company

Marie Curie Cancer Care

Job description

Job Category: Policy & Public AffairsJob Description:Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.Our Policy and Public Affairs team is central to achieving Marie Curie’s mission: ensuring everyone gets the best possible experience at the end of life. They work to challenge the deep-rooted inequalities that shape who receives care, how they experience it, and how their families are supported. You’ll be joining a passionate, collaborative group working across the UK to shape national policy, amplify unheard voices, and influence systems to be more just and compassionateAs a Policy Manager – Equity & Equality you will address systemic barriers and inequities in end of life care. You’ll develop evidence-based policy positions, translate research into actionable recommendations, and work directly with stakeholders, communities, and decision-makers to advocate for change. You will play a vital role in influencing activities within the equity and equality workstream by promoting equity of access and experience in end of life care.Main responsibilities:

• Lead specific areas of policy and influencing work focused on inequities in end of life care, under guidance from the Senior Policy Manager.
• Analyse research and policy trends, develop clear and inclusive policy recommendations, and produce high-quality outputs (briefings, consultation responses, blogs, reports).
• Build relationships with decision-makers, community organisations, and stakeholder networks to embed the voices of underrepresented groups in all policy work.
• Help ensure lived experience is central to our recommendations by co-producing projects with affected individuals and communities.
• Represent Marie Curie at external events, policy coalitions, and media opportunities; act as a spokesperson on relevant equity issues.
• Contribute to funding bids, internal working groups, and cross-UK collaboration to ensure a joined-up policy approach.

Key Criteria:

• Strong policy analysis skills and experience producing impactful evidence-based policy products.
• Knowledge of the UK policy landscape and experience of working with decision-makers or public bodies.
• Understanding of equity, equality, and structural barriers in health or social care.
• Confident written and verbal communicator with the ability to translate complex evidence into clear messaging for a variety of audiences.
• Experience leading or supporting cross-functional projects and working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to inclusive and participatory approaches, particularly working with people affected by dying, death or bereavement.
• Experience in one or more of the following will be advantageous: palliative care, health inequalities, bereavement support, or social justice campaigns.

Please see the full job description .Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and Cover Letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications: June 25th, 2025

Salary: £35,530 – 39,474 per annum (+ £3,500 London Weighting Allowance if applicable)Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)Based: This role is home-based with a requirement to attend our Embassy Gardens office in London once a month. Alternatively, hybrid working is available, offering flexibility to work from the office as needed.Benefits you’ll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.We’re happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to

Expected salary

£35530 – 39474 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:30:56 GMT

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