Policy and Public Affairs Manager (Wales)
Quick answer
Dementia UK is hiring a home-based (Wales) Policy and Public Affairs Manager paying £48,000–£50,000 to lead political engagement and shape dementia care policy within the Welsh landscape.
- Role
- Policy and Public Affairs Manager (Wales)
- Organization
- DEMENTIA UK
- Location
- Wales (home-based, must be based in Wales)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £48,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-06-25
The role
Dementia UK is seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to lead their political and policy engagement initiatives across Wales. The successful candidate will build relationships with the Senedd and key stakeholders to influence the dementia care landscape and support the organization's 2025–30 strategy. This strategic role involves developing evidence-based policies and representing the charity as its primary political contact in the region. The position requires a deep understanding of Welsh political institutions and the ability to work collaboratively across various internal departments.
What you'll do
- Lead political and policy engagement with the Senedd and key Welsh stakeholders.
- Develop and deliver a Welsh policy and public affairs strategy aligned with UK-wide goals.
- Identify strategic opportunities and influence policy priorities to support people living with dementia.
- Represent Dementia UK externally as the primary political contact in Wales.
- Collaborate with internal teams including communications, clinical services, and campaigns.
What it takes
- Strong political instincts and deep knowledge of Welsh political institutions.
- Proven experience in building influential relationships with senior stakeholders.
- Ability to lead evidence-based policy development.
- Strategic thinking skills with the ability to assess risks in a fast-moving environment.
- Must be based in Wales to attend regular meetings in the Senedd.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, 8% employer pension contribution, life assurance (3x salary), Medicash health cashback plan, 24/7 virtual GP access, and flexible working options.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position fully remote?
The role is home-based; however, the postholder must reside in Wales to attend regular in-person meetings at the Senedd and with other stakeholders.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this position is between £48,000 and £50,000 per annum.
What is the deadline to apply?
The closing date for applications is June 25, 2026.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need strong political instincts, deep knowledge of Welsh policy processes, and a proven ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders.
How to apply
Apply directly on DEMENTIA UK's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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