Policy Analyst, European Union and Northern Ireland
Join to apply for the Policy Analyst, European Union and Northern Ireland role at UK House of Lords
Policy Analyst, European Union and Northern Ireland
Join to apply for the Policy Analyst, European Union and Northern Ireland role at UK House of Lords
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
We are looking for a Policy Analyst, European Union and Northern Ireland to join our Committee Office at the House of Lords.
This is a position where you will be working for theNorthern Ireland Scrutiny Committee, comprising members from different political parties and the Crossbenches, representing a range of views on Brexit, on the Windsor Framework and on Northern Irelands constitutional status.
The remit of the Committee is to consider matters related to the implementation of the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland and the Windsor Framework, including scrutiny of relevant EU and UK legislation and relevant work of governance bodies; and conducting inter-parliamentary dialogue.
You will be leading high-quality research and analysis in this policy area, as well as delivering written and verbal briefings and organising evidence sessions with multiple stakeholders.
This is an opportunity to work on a hybrid basis - you will be able to work up to 3 days from home (dependent on business needs) and a minimum of 2 days on-site in Parliament.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a keen interest and prior experience within this policy area and enjoys working in a fast paced, dynamic working environment.
Youll be accountable for
* Supporting the Northern Ireland Scrutiny Committee in relation to its work on the Windsor Framework.
* Suggesting and researching topics to be investigated by the committee and writing scoping notes.
* Identifying and contacting prospective oral evidence witnesses, and preparing possible questions that members might put to them.
* Drafting background briefing on key issues.
* Analysing and summarising evidence submitted to the committee.
* Attending committee meetings and briefing the chair and members of the committee orally.
For the full list of responsibilities, please see the attached job description.
What were looking for
* 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, or at least two years of professional policy-based experience.
* Personal effectiveness with a high degree of knowledge and experience of European and Northern Irish politics, including Brexit, the Windsor Framework, and the political situation in Northern Ireland and the ability to become proficient in new topics quickly.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Political judgement including the understanding of the sensitive political context of the committees work and wider public policy debates.
* Personal effectiveness with the flexibility and resilience to produce high quality work to tight and competing deadlines, showing initiative where appropriate.
What youll get in return
* 30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 after one years service)
* Generous pension scheme
* Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme
* The opportunity to witness history in the making!
The Work We Do Is Vital To House Of Lords, And You Will Be a Pivotal Member In The Team Strengthening The Work Of The House. The House Of Lords Is The Second Chamber Of The UK Parliament. It Is Independent From And Complements The Work Of The House Of Commons To
* Make laws
* Check and challenge the actions of the government through questions and debates
* Investigate public policy and provide a forum of independent expertise
Please complete your online application by 23.55 on Wednesday 03 September 2025.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us.
Job offers are standardly offered at the minimum of the salary range
We welcome applications from all candidates with diverse characteristics, including different ages, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
LNKD1_UKTJ
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Consulting
* Industries
Operations Consulting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UK House of Lords by 2x
Get notified about new Policy Analyst jobs in London, England, United Kingdom.
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Policy and Research Officer - EY Foundation - Permanent - London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester
London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
International Policy and Legislation Advisor
City Of London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 23 hours ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom £38,000.00-£45,000.00 1 month ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Policy and Public Affairs Adviser/ Policy and Public Affairs Manager
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago
Policy Analyst (CETEx Economic and Fiscal Policy)
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Harrow, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
City Of London, England, United Kingdom £57,270.00-£64,610.00 3 weeks ago
Policy reporting and prioritisation advisor
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Amersham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago
Graduate Equity Research Analyst - 6-Month Rotational Programme
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Policy Manager, MURRAY MCINTOSH & ASSOCIATES LTD
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Senior Policy and Research Officer, REFUGE
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Greater London, England, United Kingdom 39 minutes ago
Harrow, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Social Research Apprentice - Public Affairs
Tencent Strategy Department - Industry Research Analyst
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr