Policy and Advocacy Lead

Ref: PAL-251 Thursday, 9th October 2025 at 9.00am Are you a proactive, motivated and influential individual with a deep understanding of UK policy-making and influencing processes, ideally in areas related to social justice? Do you have proven experience of developing and delivering successful influencing strategies that led to policy change? If so, join St Giles as our Policy and Advocacy Lead, where will lead the development and execution of our policy agenda and advocacy strategy. As an integral part of our Communications team, you will see you play a central role in how St Giles shapes and participates in public debate, influences government policy, and ensures the voices of those with lived experience are at the heart of decision-making. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. About this key role As Policy and Advocacy Lead, you will deliver a bold and evidence-based policy and advocacy plan aligned with St Giles'' three pillars of work: Poverty, Violence and Exploitation and Criminal Justice. You will also provide strategic advice and support to leadership and executive teams on political and policy developments and ensure our ..... full job details .....