Policy Advisor

We're looking for a Senior Policy Adviser to join BMA Scotland and provide expert policy, negotiating and strategic support to committees, office bearers and negotiating teams. You'll advise on complex policy and contractual matters, develop negotiating positions, analyse emerging issues and produce clear briefings and guidance. You'll also help shape policy and strategy and support BMA Scotland's campaigning activity. Working across the BMA and with external stakeholders, including Scottish Government and NHS Scotland employer representatives, you'll build strong relationships, represent the BMA at meetings and contribute to the delivery of BMA Scotland's strategic priorities. This is a hybrid role and will involve a mix of working from home and our Edinburgh office.

• Equivalent or previous experience in a senior policy, negotiating or advisory role
• Experience in government, health, employment or social policy (a background in health policy or medical workforce issues would be particularly advantageous)
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to develop policy proposals, negotiating positions, briefings and guidance
• Experience of interpreting complex contractual or policy matters and providing clear, authoritative advice
• Sound political judgement and the ability to identify and assess risks, benefits and stakeholder interests
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Good planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectively
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• The confidence to represent the BMA externally and work effectively with senior colleagues, committee members and partner organisations
  
  The role profile outlines the current key responsibilities and expectations for the position. However, the British Medical Association (BMA) is presently engaged in an organisation design process, which aims to ensure that our structure, roles, and ways of working best support our strategic objectives and the needs of our members. As a result, the responsibilities and scope of this role may be subject to change as the association evolves. The BMA is committed to communicating any such changes transparently and supporting colleagues through any transitions that arise as part of this process.
Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring: Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts everybody with the right skills and experience 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.


• 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a BMA company day
• Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
• Additional leave entitlement for volunteering, moving house or wedding leave (after completion of probationary period)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Group Income protection & life assurance that is seven times your annual salary
• Annual salary reviews & incremental salary increases from year one to year three
• Onsite gym and subsidised café (at BMA House in London)
• Electric Vehicle and Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme's (available after completion of probationary period)
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with free confidential counselling, a helpline and specialist support available
• Long service recognition every 5 years
• Professional subscription cover where membership of a professional institution is required for your role
• BMA Law - discounted rates for employees requiring legal services such as will writing/conveyancing
• Multiple flexible benefits and discounts through our employee benefits platform
• Lots of Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
• Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) (after completion of probationary period)
• Additional annual leave- buy up to 5 additional holiday days per year