The British Academy · 10–11 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1, UK
Join the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences as a Senior International Policy Adviser to lead international policy programmes on humanity, climate and nature, and global (dis)order. You will shape global policy through expert analysis and stakeholder engagement, driving the Academy’s international influence and impact.
About the Role
This is a new role in the Academy’s Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement Team. You will have a substantive focus on the Academy’s international policy programmes on humanity, climate and nature, and global (dis)order. Working with colleagues, Academy Fellows and wider stakeholders in research, policy and practice you will lead on projects and strands of programmes within the Academy’s diverse and fast-moving international policy and engagement portfolio.
What You Will Do
Lead on projects and strands of programmes within the Academy’s international policy and engagement portfolio.
Be a primary lead and source of expertise for the Academy’s international engagement and policy.
Inform and influence policy making through expert analysis.
Strengthen the Academy’s international engagement and role.
Build impactful relationships with policymakers, researchers and practitioners.
Effectively challenge stakeholders and counterparts.
What We Are Looking For
Experience in international engagement and international policy.
Ability to engage with and convene policymakers, researchers and practitioners.
Expertise in analysing and influencing policy making.
Experience building impactful relationships with stakeholders.
Ability to challenge stakeholders and counterparts effectively.
The British Academy is based at 10–11 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1, and offers a competitive benefits package, including a 35-hour working week with flexible hybrid working, 34 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, a subsidised canteen and an excellent occupational pension.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, reflecting our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, equal opportunity and addressing under-representation. We will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants and offer an interview to candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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Application closing date: Midday on 23 July 2026. Interviews: 3/4 August 2026 (may be subject to change).