Senior Advocacy Officer
Quick answer
Big Brother Watch is hiring a Senior Advocacy Officer (Vauxhall, London) paying £35,000 - £45,000 to advocate for privacy and civil liberties in the UK.
- Role
- Senior Advocacy Officer
- Organization
- Big Brother Watch
- Location
- Vauxhall, London – office-based
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Senior Advocacy Officer role at Big Brother Watch involves advocating for privacy and civil liberties in the UK, particularly focusing on facial recognition surveillance. The position requires experience in legal or policy advocacy, strong communication skills, and a track record of successful advocacy.
What you'll do
- Produce policy analysis, research, briefings, and reports
- Develop strategic policy recommendations informed by expertise
- Identify and explore new and emerging policy issues
- Communicate complex policy issues to varied audiences
- Build strong relationships with parliamentarians and advisors across all parties
- Draft formal correspondence, blog posts, presentations, and other documents
What it takes
- 3+ years experience in a similar role
- Familiarity/expertise with domestic policy matters relating to privacy, surveillance, and/or free expression
- Strong legal and/or policy research skills
- Excellent and persuasive communications skills
- Aptitude for managing and building relationships with partner organizations, parliamentarians, and other stakeholders
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Vauxhall, London, and is office-based.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include 3+ years of experience in a similar role, familiarity with domestic policy matters relating to privacy and surveillance, strong legal and/or policy research skills, excellent communications skills, and aptitude for managing relationships.
How do I apply for this position?
Please read the attached Job Information Pack first and follow the instructions provided there. Applications via Guardian Jobs or other platforms will not be considered.
How to apply
Apply directly on Big Brother Watch's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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