Policy Content and Event Manager Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £34,400-£42,000 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working exclusively with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Policy Content and Event Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone with a strong instinct for politics, public policy and government. Our client operates at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most pressing economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, senior dinners and written insight, this role will help shape national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and long-term prosperity. It is ideally suited to someone with a clear commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policy thinking. As Policy Content and Event Manager, you will lead the research, development and delivery of a programme of policy-led events and content. Working closely with senior figures across government, business, academia and civil society, you will create insight-driven forums that support meaningful collaboration and real-world impact. You will take ownership of a portfolio of 40+ events per year, including briefings, workshops, roundtables and senior-level dinners, covering themes such as infrastructure, skills, net zero, AI and emerging technologies, trade and regulation. Key responsibilities Event content and research Lead end-to-end content development and planning across your events portfolio Build strong, outcome-focused agendas and speaker briefings Identify, secure and manage senior, credible speakers Conduct policy and market research to inform programming, including member consultation, stakeholder interviews and surveys Work closely with internal teams to support event marketing and communications, taking ownership of all programme deliverables Delivery and impact Design events with a clear strategic purpose, selecting the most effective formats, venues and hosts Produce high-quality written outputs and summaries to extend event impact and member value Build deep sector knowledge through engagement with senior stakeholders and industry leaders Oversee delivery logistics in collaboration with the Event Operations team Innovation and collaboration Evaluate content performance and event outcomes to inform future programming Contribute to the evolution of the wider programme strategy using evidence-based insight Work with Business Development colleagues to expand speaker, host and partner engagement Explore commercial opportunities across paid events, including sponsorships and partnerships Collaborate with senior colleagues to support long-term content and publication strategies About you At least 2 years' experience in conference, event or content development, ideally within policy or business-focused environments Experience managing the full event production lifecycle, from research and agenda development to speaker engagement and delivery Confident working with senior executives and high-profile stakeholders Strong interest in public policy, political economy, economics, international relations or technology Excellent project management and organisational skills A clear passion for content-led engagement and evidence-based policymaking How to apply To apply for the Policy Content and Event Manager role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Policy Content and Event Manager Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £34,400-£42,000 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working exclusively with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Policy Content and Event Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone with a strong instinct for politics, public policy and government. Our client operates at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most pressing economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, senior dinners and written insight, this role will help shape national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and long-term prosperity. It is ideally suited to someone with a clear commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policy thinking. As Policy Content and Event Manager, you will lead the research, development and delivery of a programme of policy-led events and content. Working closely with senior figures across government, business, academia and civil society, you will create insight-driven forums that support meaningful collaboration and real-world impact. You will take ownership of a portfolio of 40+ events per year, including briefings, workshops, roundtables and senior-level dinners, covering themes such as infrastructure, skills, net zero, AI and emerging technologies, trade and regulation. Key responsibilities Event content and research Lead end-to-end content development and planning across your events portfolio Build strong, outcome-focused agendas and speaker briefings Identify, secure and manage senior, credible speakers Conduct policy and market research to inform programming, including member consultation, stakeholder interviews and surveys Work closely with internal teams to support event marketing and communications, taking ownership of all programme deliverables Delivery and impact Design events with a clear strategic purpose, selecting the most effective formats, venues and hosts Produce high-quality written outputs and summaries to extend event impact and member value Build deep sector knowledge through engagement with senior stakeholders and industry leaders Oversee delivery logistics in collaboration with the Event Operations team Innovation and collaboration Evaluate content performance and event outcomes to inform future programming Contribute to the evolution of the wider programme strategy using evidence-based insight Work with Business Development colleagues to expand speaker, host and partner engagement Explore commercial opportunities across paid events, including sponsorships and partnerships Collaborate with senior colleagues to support long-term content and publication strategies About you At least 2 years' experience in conference, event or content development, ideally within policy or business-focused environments Experience managing the full event production lifecycle, from research and agenda development to speaker engagement and delivery Confident working with senior executives and high-profile stakeholders Strong interest in public policy, political economy, economics, international relations or technology Excellent project management and organisational skills A clear passion for content-led engagement and evidence-based policymaking How to apply To apply for the Policy Content and Event Manager role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
Head of Research, Policy and Impact Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £62,400-£70,200 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Head of Research, Policy and Impact. This is a senior leadership role for someone with a deep instinct for politics, policy and government. Our client sits at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most significant long-term economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, senior forums, case studies and benchmarking reports, this role plays a central part in shaping national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and productivity. It is ideally suited to an individual with a strong commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policy thinking. The Head of Research, Policy and Impact is a critical leadership position, responsible for driving the organisation's research, policy and impact agenda. The role will oversee the development of high-quality research and insight that builds the business case for cross-sector collaboration, supports the organisation's mission and informs senior-level dialogue across government and industry. Key responsibilities Policy insight and horizon scanning Monitor the UK policy landscape, identifying emerging trends and issues relevant to members Horizon scan to inform programme development and identify priority cross-sector themes Build and maintain a strong network of senior stakeholders across government, business and the not-for-profit sector Research and strategic dialogue Oversee delivery of the annual events programme, including briefings, workshops, conferences, roundtables and senior receptions Lead and support income-generating events, including workshops and a flagship CEO-Permanent Secretary summit Chair and facilitate senior-level discussions and forums throughout the year Support membership engagement and business development activity, including work with at-risk members Attend events outside core hours and occasional regional events, including travel where required Research and thought leadership Lead the development of flagship research positioning the organisation as the UK's centre of excellence for cross-sector collaboration Oversee surveys, international benchmarking, and local and national case studies spotlighting cross-sector best practice Champion innovative content formats that support member retention, growth and engagement Alumni programme oversight Work closely with the Alumni Lead to shape and deliver a high-impact alumni programme Oversee research and content that builds a visible movement of leaders advocating for cross-sector collaboration to drive growth and prosperity Leadership and team management Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of four, including event and content managers, a research manager and an alumni lead Take responsibility for performance management, coaching, development and all associated people management activities Work collaboratively with senior colleagues across membership, leadership and talent, and production to deliver organisational objectives About you Significant experience in a senior leadership role across research, policy, events or content Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams Demonstrable success overseeing complex programmes of events, research or policy activity with measurable impact Experience developing and delivering income-generating activity and reporting on performance Strong understanding of event marketing and campaign performance Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines Proven confidence chairing and facilitating senior forums and events Deep interest in UK policy, government and current affairs Strong experience commissioning and delivering research, including surveys, benchmarking and qualitative case studies Excellent editorial skills, with the ability to produce or oversee high-quality reports, insight papers and policy content Proven ability to translate research into compelling narratives that support member value and the case for cross-sector collaboration How to apply To apply for the Head of Research, Policy and Impact role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Head of Research, Policy and Impact Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £62,400-£70,200 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Head of Research, Policy and Impact. This is a senior leadership role for someone with a deep instinct for politics, policy and government. Our client sits at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most significant long-term economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, senior forums, case studies and benchmarking reports, this role plays a central part in shaping national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and productivity. It is ideally suited to an individual with a strong commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policy thinking. The Head of Research, Policy and Impact is a critical leadership position, responsible for driving the organisation's research, policy and impact agenda. The role will oversee the development of high-quality research and insight that builds the business case for cross-sector collaboration, supports the organisation's mission and informs senior-level dialogue across government and industry. Key responsibilities Policy insight and horizon scanning Monitor the UK policy landscape, identifying emerging trends and issues relevant to members Horizon scan to inform programme development and identify priority cross-sector themes Build and maintain a strong network of senior stakeholders across government, business and the not-for-profit sector Research and strategic dialogue Oversee delivery of the annual events programme, including briefings, workshops, conferences, roundtables and senior receptions Lead and support income-generating events, including workshops and a flagship CEO-Permanent Secretary summit Chair and facilitate senior-level discussions and forums throughout the year Support membership engagement and business development activity, including work with at-risk members Attend events outside core hours and occasional regional events, including travel where required Research and thought leadership Lead the development of flagship research positioning the organisation as the UK's centre of excellence for cross-sector collaboration Oversee surveys, international benchmarking, and local and national case studies spotlighting cross-sector best practice Champion innovative content formats that support member retention, growth and engagement Alumni programme oversight Work closely with the Alumni Lead to shape and deliver a high-impact alumni programme Oversee research and content that builds a visible movement of leaders advocating for cross-sector collaboration to drive growth and prosperity Leadership and team management Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of four, including event and content managers, a research manager and an alumni lead Take responsibility for performance management, coaching, development and all associated people management activities Work collaboratively with senior colleagues across membership, leadership and talent, and production to deliver organisational objectives About you Significant experience in a senior leadership role across research, policy, events or content Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams Demonstrable success overseeing complex programmes of events, research or policy activity with measurable impact Experience developing and delivering income-generating activity and reporting on performance Strong understanding of event marketing and campaign performance Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines Proven confidence chairing and facilitating senior forums and events Deep interest in UK policy, government and current affairs Strong experience commissioning and delivering research, including surveys, benchmarking and qualitative case studies Excellent editorial skills, with the ability to produce or oversee high-quality reports, insight papers and policy content Proven ability to translate research into compelling narratives that support member value and the case for cross-sector collaboration How to apply To apply for the Head of Research, Policy and Impact role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
Research Manager Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £34,400-£42,000 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Research Manager. This role is ideally suited to someone with a strong instinct for politics, public policy and government. Our client sits at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, bringing together senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most significant long-term economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, case studies, member insight and benchmarking reports, this role will help shape national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and productivity. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with a clear commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policymaking. This is a newly created role with responsibility for driving the organisation's research and thought leadership agenda, championing best practice in cross-sector collaboration. The Research Manager will help articulate the organisation's impact, identify areas where collaboration is most needed, and support a growing movement of leaders committed to working together to support the UK's growth and prosperity. The role will focus on producing compelling research and insight that underpins strategic cross-sector dialogue on the UK's priority long-term policy challenges, spotlighting what works and elevating cross-sector champions. Key responsibilities Research and evidence Lead international benchmarking, surveys and case studies to evidence effective cross-sector collaboration Deliver flagship research outputs, including state-of-the-sector analysis and thematic insight Thought leadership and content Develop high-quality thought leadership content including reports, research publications, blogs, podcasts and other digital outputs Work closely with internal teams and members to position the organisation as a leading advocate for the value of cross-sector collaboration Distil complex policy, economic and organisational insight into clear, accessible and engaging content Impact reporting and strategy Analyse and report on organisational impact across all programmes, including ownership of the annual impact report Develop and maintain an organisation-wide content strategy aligned to strategic priorities and programme objectives Collaborate with programme leads, membership and marketing teams to prioritise, pipeline and deliver content that strengthens the organisation's value proposition About you Experience in research, content management, journalism, public affairs or a related role Proven ability to translate complex policy, business or public sector issues into compelling, audience-focused content Strong editorial judgement with excellent writing and copy-editing skills Experience managing digital channels, including website CMS, email platforms and social media A strong track record of working with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities Knowledge of UK public policy, industry trends and/or cross-sector collaboration Experience producing multimedia content such as podcasts, video or infographics is desirable How to apply To apply for the Research Manager role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
Feb 09, 2026
Full time
Research Manager Independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation Westminster, Central London (Hybrid working) Permanent, Full Time Salary: £34,400-£42,000 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave), festive office closure, pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, gym discounts, technology vouchers, dining and activity passes, EAP and wellbeing support. Membership Bespoke is working with an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster to recruit a Research Manager. This role is ideally suited to someone with a strong instinct for politics, public policy and government. Our client sits at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, bringing together senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK's most significant long-term economic and policy challenges. Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, case studies, member insight and benchmarking reports, this role will help shape national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and productivity. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with a clear commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policymaking. This is a newly created role with responsibility for driving the organisation's research and thought leadership agenda, championing best practice in cross-sector collaboration. The Research Manager will help articulate the organisation's impact, identify areas where collaboration is most needed, and support a growing movement of leaders committed to working together to support the UK's growth and prosperity. The role will focus on producing compelling research and insight that underpins strategic cross-sector dialogue on the UK's priority long-term policy challenges, spotlighting what works and elevating cross-sector champions. Key responsibilities Research and evidence Lead international benchmarking, surveys and case studies to evidence effective cross-sector collaboration Deliver flagship research outputs, including state-of-the-sector analysis and thematic insight Thought leadership and content Develop high-quality thought leadership content including reports, research publications, blogs, podcasts and other digital outputs Work closely with internal teams and members to position the organisation as a leading advocate for the value of cross-sector collaboration Distil complex policy, economic and organisational insight into clear, accessible and engaging content Impact reporting and strategy Analyse and report on organisational impact across all programmes, including ownership of the annual impact report Develop and maintain an organisation-wide content strategy aligned to strategic priorities and programme objectives Collaborate with programme leads, membership and marketing teams to prioritise, pipeline and deliver content that strengthens the organisation's value proposition About you Experience in research, content management, journalism, public affairs or a related role Proven ability to translate complex policy, business or public sector issues into compelling, audience-focused content Strong editorial judgement with excellent writing and copy-editing skills Experience managing digital channels, including website CMS, email platforms and social media A strong track record of working with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities Knowledge of UK public policy, industry trends and/or cross-sector collaboration Experience producing multimedia content such as podcasts, video or infographics is desirable How to apply To apply for the Research Manager role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
