Scope’s Public Affairs team is growing. We are building stronger links with Parliament and other political groups. We want to make sure disabled people’s voices are heard loud and clear. We are looking for a Lead Public Affairs Adviser to help us do that.
About the role
In this role, you will help Scope speak up for disabled people in Parliament and across UK politics. The role builds strong relationships with MPs, peers and other political groups. It also helps Scope share clear messages about what needs to change for disabled people.
You will work closely with teams across Scope. Ideas, stories and evidence from these teams help shape important political decisions.
You will:
• Help plan and run Scope’s engagement with Parliament.
• Look for chances to raise key issues, such as during debates and questions.
• Build and keep strong relationships with political stakeholders.
• Share clear information and briefings with political audiences.
• Work with Scope’s policy team to turn ideas into strong messages for politicians.
• Help write responses to Government plans and consultations.
• Help plan and run events in Parliament.
• Provide political guidance and advice internally.
• Represent Scope at political conferences.
• Work closely with disabled people to make sure their experiences guide everything we do.
About you
We are looking for someone who understands how politics works and enjoys building good relationships. You will need to feel confident speaking to senior people and explaining complex ideas in a simple way.
You should have:
• Experience planning and leading political influencing work.
• Good knowledge of how Parliament and Government work.
• Experience working with MPs and political teams.
• Strong writing and speaking skills.
• Good judgement and confidence in busy situations.
• Experience managing different tasks at the same time.
• A strong belief in disability equality and the social model of disability.
It would be great if you also have:
• Lived experience of disability.
• Experience working in Parliament or on disability issues.
• Experience running political events.