Policy Manager

We are hiring an experienced policy professional looking to take the next step in leadership. This is a great opportunity to join an organisation focused on protecting the public through effective regulation and a well-established culture of continuous quality improvement. So, if you are excited by a new challenge, thrive on solving problems, and enjoy having a diverse workload, then we are keen to hear from you.

The Job Role

• Manage and oversee policy projects and workstreams that support delivery of the Corporate Strategy and department workplan and priorities, including regulatory reform and work on HCPC’s Standards and Guidance.
• Monitor policy, legislative and other developments relevant to professional regulation, with a particular focus on the DHSC’s regulatory reform programme, and identify any implications for the organisation.
• Be a part of the department’s leadership team and work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and manage the department’s workload, priorities and budget.
• Collaborate with team members and colleagues across the organisation to meet shared goals.
• Effectively engage and communicate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Present work to senior leaders and provide recommendations and advice.

Person Specification

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent skills and knowledge.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a policy, public affairs or regulatory environment.
• Ability to lead, coach and develop direct reports while delivering operational excellence.
• Ability to manage delivery against multiple, and often changeable, priorities to time, quality and budget.
• Proven ability to build effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Candidate Requirements You will be expected to have proven ability to work effectively in a policy, public affairs or regulatory environment. As well as a collaborative and organised approach to working and a excellent written and verbal communication skills. We welcome secondment opportunities from other organisations.

Rewards and Benefits 30 days holiday + bank, 8% employer pension, enhanced employee assistance and lifestyle rewards, free online 24/7 GP, ongoing training and professional membership support.

Advert Closing Date: 11th November 2026 (All vacancies will close at 1pm).

Interview Date Week commencing 23rd November 2026.

Application process :

• To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter or supporting statement along with a copy of your CV.
• An assessment will be conducted as part of this interview process.
• We are unable to provide feedback at application stage.

Important Information

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
• We conduct original document checks, as part of pre-employment screening.
• Candidates require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) criminal record check.

HCPC’s vision is to be recognised as an actively anti-discriminatory organisation that upholds and promotes best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion and an active ally for change. We are a Disability Confident employer and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the HCPC. Please refer to HCPCs Behavioural Standards Framework (click here).