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The Wellcome Trust

Policy Lead, Climate & Health

LocationWellcome Building/Home, United Kingdom
SetupHybrid
LevelSenior
Posted4d ago
Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

The Wellcome Trust is hiring a senior Policy Lead, Climate & Health (UK-based) with a salary range of £70,000 - £87,500 for a permanent, on-site position.

Role
Policy Lead, Climate & Health
Organization
The Wellcome Trust
Location
Wellcome Building/Home, United Kingdom
Work setup
Hybrid
Level
Senior
Compensation
£70,000 - £87,500
Category
Policy & Advocacy

The role

The Policy Lead, Climate & Health role at the Wellcome Trust involves leading and delivering policy and influencing programmes to advance climate and health objectives, with a focus on strategic thinking and team leadership.

What you'll do

  • Develop and deliver policy and influencing programmes
  • Translate evidence into practical policy solutions
  • Lead complex programmes of work
  • Build influential relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Provide strategic policy advice and insight
  • Lead, develop and collaborate with colleagues

What it takes

  • Demonstrable experience in Climate & Health policy and advocacy
  • Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes
  • Experience managing and developing teams
  • Evidence of setting strategic priorities and allocating resources
  • Experience influencing senior decision-makers and building partnerships
  • Strong subject-matter expertise in climate and health

What you'll bring

Strong policy expertise in climate and healthExperience in developing and delivering strategies that influence policy decisionsExperience leading complexmulti-stakeholder programmesExperience managing and developing teamsStrategic judgement and ability to identify where the organization can have greatest influence

Frequently asked questions

Where will I be working?

You will be working at the Wellcome Building/Home in the United Kingdom.

What is the compensation package?

The compensation package is £70,000 - £87,500 per year.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include experience in Climate & Health policy and advocacy, leading complex programmes, managing teams, setting strategic priorities, and influencing senior decision-makers.

How do I apply?

To apply, please submit an updated CV and answer the application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Is the job remote?

The job is on-site at the Wellcome Building/Home, but a hybrid work schedule is available.

How to apply

Apply directly on The Wellcome Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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