Public Affairs Officer
Job Overview
With a sound knowledge of the workings of government and parliamentary procedure, the public affairs officer will support the public affairs team in providing a timely, high-quality and professional public affairs service to deliver the BMA’s aims and objectives.
The post holder will communicate BMA policy to parliamentarians and stakeholders on a national and regional basis. they will have responsibility for managing the public affairs inbox and disseminating information on political developments internally through via our parliamentary monitoring service.
They will preparing briefings for senior colleagues for key meetings, producing timely summaries of debates and committee sessions.
They will maintain good records of interactions with stakeholders.
Play a key role in co-ordinating the presence of the BMA at the political party conferences.
Provide public affairs and lobbying services for designated BMA branch of practice committees and on BMA policy areas/priorities.
At a time when NHS services and the doctors that provide them are under massive pressure, this is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy team leading our engagement with parliamentarians and stakeholders on multiple high profile issues.
Why work for us?
As a BMA employee, you`ll receive:
- Generous annual leave provision, plus 1 company day and public holidays
- Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
- Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) after completion of probationary period
- Additional flexible benefits.
Whether the role needs you to work at home, in an office or in a hybrid way, we`ll provide all the support you need. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply through our website. For any queries please email recruitment@bma.org.uk
Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring:
Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
BMA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge as we recognise that diversity makes us stronger.
