We are currently recruiting for a Policy Officer based in Belfast. The successful candidates will be required to start once the vetting paperwork, ANI clearance has been completed.

Start date: Before 28/08/2026

Duration: 6 Months with a possibility of extension

Rate of pay: £19.59

Hours of work: Monday – Friday 9 – 5  37 hours

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Criteria applicants must have:.

Degree with a minimum of 12 months experience.

In addition to the NICS competences for the Grade, the person taking up the temporary role will, particularly, be required to demonstrate:

• Autonomy – Ability to work at pace, independently and under own initiative;
• High levels of analytical and problem-solving skills – having the ability to read and absorb scientific/technical/legal information, and summarise for senior management;
• Experience of building strong working relationships with a range stakeholders to deliver shared outcomes;
• Experience of drafting written and/or oral briefing to Senior Management and the Minister; and
The ability to adopt a pro-active and flexible approach to dealing with issues at short notice to ensure deadlines are met.

Excellent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Excellent communication skills.
Proven ability to use own initiative.

Please send your CV via the link or to Jack.Knox@therecruitmentco.uk