Head of Policy and Public AffairsBring your energy, creativity and expertise - and help to impact young people positively.Location: Sherborne House, London (hybrid)Salary: £52,535 per annumClosing Date: 29 March, 2026Employment Type: PermanentHours per week: 37.5About the RoleStep into a role where your policy expertise drives real change. As Head of Policy and Public Affairs, you ll lead an ambitious strategy to influence national decision makers, shape legislation and ensure the voices of people affected by homelessness are impossible to ignore. You ll turn insight into impact, championing the charity s values while strengthening political presence and public profileYou ll build powerful relationships across Westminster, Whitehall and the wider sector, producing sharp briefings, commissioning research and delivering high profile events that elevate the charity s influence. Confident in the media and skilled at simplifying complex issues, you ll work across teams to anticipate policy change, spark innovation and help drive forward the mission to end homelessness. If you re driven, strategic and ready to make national change happen, this is your platform.In this role, you will:Lead the charity s policy and public affairs strategy, shaping positions on homelessness, housing, welfare and health.Influence government policy through targeted political engagement, evidence based advocacy and strategic communication.Build strong working relationships with ministers, Parliamentarians