Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Full-time/permanent - 37.5 hours per week

Salary - £42,436 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Location - Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire

Be part of something extraordinary at Epilepsy Society. We are seeking a values driven Policy & Public Affairs Manager to join a charity that provides world leading support for people with epilepsy through Care, Research and Advocacy.

About the role

Epilepsy Society is a dynamic charity with ambitious plans to revolutionise the lives of people through advocacy, research and care.

We are looking for someone to join our award-winning campaigns team and help us to progress change through political engagement at both national and local level. We have an impressive track record of working with government, locally elected politicians, professional organisations, patient stakeholder groups and other charities in the sector on a range of issues which affect people with epilepsy.

Our recent work includes our successful Zach’s Law campaign. This role is an exciting opportunity to help bring about further change that will make a real difference to the lives of people with epilepsy.

The postholder will develop an effective programme of policy and public affairs work across the UK to have maximum impact for people with epilepsy and to raise the public profile of epilepsy.

We seek someone with a degree or relevant experience in political or public affairs, extensive experience of influencing, organising campaigns and major events and negotiating at a senior level. You will be required to have a detailed level of understanding of government politics and the charity sector and an empathy to the cause.

The post holders should demonstrate our people values of CAIRO (Caring, Accountable, Improving, Respectful and Open.

Some information about us

Epilepsy Society’s Vision is a full life for everyone affected by epilepsy. We want everyone affected by epilepsy to have the best opportunity for a full life - as free from seizures as possible. We set out to make a difference to every person affected by epilepsy whatever their background, however seriously it impacts on their life, and whether they have the condition themselves or are close to someone with epilepsy.

What we can offer

27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the ability to buy and sell annual leave
A generous Employee Referral Scheme (refer a friend and earn up to £150)
Length of service awards
Access to shopping discounts and cashback with thousands of retailers through Purple Rewards
Staff recognition scheme
Excellent training and development opportunities
Group Pension
Life Assurance (2x your annual salary)
Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7
Salary Finance, offering you products linked to your salary and tailored to your individual circumstances. Providing services such as loans, advances, savings and financial education

If you have the right skills and experience and are inspired to apply, please do so by uploading your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the specifications of this role.

A DBS (Disclosure & Barring) check will be required before appointment is confirmed.

We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants: please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Closing date:

Sun, Nov 9, 2025

Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Full-time/permanent - 37.5 hours per week

Salary - £42,436 per annum + Excellent Benefits Location - Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire

Salary - £42,436 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Location - Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire

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