Creative & Cultural Advocacy Manager
Quick answer
Wellcome is hiring a hybrid Creative & Cultural Advocacy Manager based in Euston Road paying £48,720 - £60,900 to lead creative programmes that build public and political support for mental health initiatives.
- Role
- Creative & Cultural Advocacy Manager
- Organization
- Wellcome
- Location
- Euston Road, London, UK
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £48,720 - £60,900 per annum
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-06-29
The role
Wellcome is seeking a Creative & Cultural Advocacy Manager to design and execute impactful programmes that use culture and creativity to drive support for mental health research. The role involves managing partnerships with external agencies and internal stakeholders to shift public narratives and influence decision-makers. You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of advocacy projects, ensuring they are evidence-based, inclusive, and aligned with strategic organizational priorities. This position is a one-year maternity cover contract focused on leveraging creative approaches for social impact.
What you'll do
- Lead and deliver creative advocacy programmes from concept to execution.
- Build and manage partnerships with internal teams, agencies, and cultural organizations.
- Develop evidence-based campaigns to shift public narratives and influence stakeholders.
- Oversee programme operations, including budgeting, reporting, and project governance.
- Embed inclusion and evaluation practices into all programme planning.
What it takes
- Experience working with partners/agencies within creative or cultural advocacy.
- Proven ability to deliver programmes that build public understanding or political will.
- Demonstrable understanding of political and social change dynamics.
- Strong experience managing relationships with subject matter experts and policy specialists.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Flexible working environment, hybrid work policy, and a commitment to inclusive practices and employee wellbeing.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This role is hybrid, requiring three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) at the Euston Road office, with the remaining two days worked remotely or from the office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is £48,720 - £60,900 per annum.
When is the application deadline?
The closing date for applications is June 29, 2026.
What kind of contract is this?
This is a one-year fixed-term contract specifically for maternity cover.
How to apply
Apply directly on Wellcome's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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