We have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Policy professional to join our small yet powerful Policy team. This is a new role that 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 that help 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.
CONTRACT
Full-time employee, initial 1-year fixed term with scope to become permanent.