We are looking for an experienced policy professional to work on our regulatory reform programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide-reaching programme of organisational change involving legislative reform, the development of operational policy within our regulatory functions and consultation and engagement.   Are you an experienced policy professional looking to take the next step in leadership? Do you want to work in an organisation where you really matter and can make a huge contribution to healthcare provision across the four nations of the UK? Do you have the drive to solve some of the trickiest policy questions in healthcare regulation?

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.

Purpose and Main Duties

• 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

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.

Closing Date: 1pm Friday 18th October

Interview Date: Week commencing 28th October

Further information on this role is detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter/supporting statement along with a copy of your CV.

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. We will make reasonable adjustments and adaptations to ensure the recruitment process is inclusive and barrier-free and will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you would like to have a confidential discussion on how we can support you, please contact recruitment@hcpc-uk.org.

Our values underpin what we do and how we do it, to help us operate to high standards and effectively as a regulator and employer*.* In addition to the core competencies for this role, we will also assess you against our values during the selection process: Please refer to the HCPC Values and Behavioural Framework.