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We have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Policy professional to join our small yet powerful Policy team. This is a new role which will support our mission to champion and grow the UK’s cultural and creative industries through high-quality research and evidence-based policy development.
As Senior Research and Policy Analyst you will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights, developing impactful policy recommendations and supporting advocacy efforts to influence decisionmaking at all levels. You will collaborate with our Head of Insights and expertise across the company working with and identifying data gaps to ensure that Creative UK is data-driven in its evidence base.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Proven experience in conducting qualitative, quantitative research, with the ability to analyse complex data and present findings clearly.
• Good knowledge of UK public policy and an understanding of the cultural and creative industries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write persuasively for diverse audiences.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 and data analysis tools (e.g. Excel, SPSS,or similar).
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to work independently when needed.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership building (desirable)• Familiarity with funding mechanisms and investment frameworks relevant to the cultural and creative industries. (desirable)
• Knowledge of emerging trends such as AI, sustainability and innovation within the cultural and creative sectors. (desirable)
THE PACKAGE
• Flexible hybrid working
• Pension enrolment 5% employer contribution from 3 months service
• Medicash from 3 months service
• BUPA medical insurance & Life Assurance (1 year service)
• Cycle 2 Work scheme, in partnership with Halfords
• Benefits hub, discounts across a broad range of partners
• Employee Assistance Programme, Health Assured
• Mental Health Day, a paid day off work per annum to focus on activities which help you to alleviate stress
• Summer Fridays, finish at 3pm every Friday throughout July & August
• Your birthday off as paid leave, extra days off over the annual festive period
• Paid volunteer day per year to give something back to the community
LOCATION: Central London. Hybrid working.
SALARY: £35,000 + benefits
CONTRACT: Full time employee, initial 1 year fixed term with scope to become permanent
TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link* to jobs@wearecreative.uk by Monday 6th January 2025. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Interviews will take place by video conference on W/C 20th January 2025
This is a unique opportunity to become the marketing and deal origination specialist for our Investment offer. You will be operating at the very heart of our investment programme. The Creative Growth Finance Debt Fund, in partnership with Triodos Bank UK, is a £35 million fund providing vital finance to the UK’s most promising creative businesses.
LOCATION: Hybrid working available with offices in Bristol and Central London. Min 2 days per week in Creative UK Workspace.
SALARY: up to £40,000 FTE + benefits
CONTRACT: Full time/ MIN 4 days per week permanent employee
TO APPLY: Email your CV, cover letter and/or 1-2-minute video link* to jobs@wearecreative.uk. Please complete our anonymous diversity and inclusion survey. Rolling interviews will take place by video conference. Immediate appointment preferred.