Vacancies

We are currently seeking a Director of Communications and Policy.

Post title: Director of Communications and Policy

Contract: Permanent

Responsible to: Chief Executive

Responsible for: Line management of the Communications and Policy team / Line management of the QICN interns, as appropriate

Hours / Salary: Full-time/£70,000 (35 hours per week)

Base: Central London – we are currently operating hybrid working and we ask employees to attend our London office with their core team for at least one day every two weeks, as well as other key events such as away days, inductions and training that are more effective in person.

Deadline: Sunday 11 January 2026 at 23.59.

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The QICN is looking for a dynamic, hands-on and inspirational professional to join our outstanding staff team and lead the communications and policy function.

The successful candidate will be collaborative and lead by example, working closely with the Chief Executive and the Senior Leadership Team to achieve the charity’s ambitious strategic aims. It will be crucial to have the seniority, credibility and experience to steward all aspects of the QICN brand, building on strong existing foundations to drive awareness across the UK. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment is also crucial.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 11th January 2026 at 23:59. Please email your application form to recruitment@qicn.org.uk.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email steph.lawrence@qicn.org.uk.

Interviews will take place on Friday 30th January 2026 in the QICN office in central London.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted after the closing date.

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Apply here

• Director of Communications and Policy Job Pack – Dec 2025
• Application Form 2025
• QICN Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form for HR 2025

Internships

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We are delighted to have been awarded a Gold Standard Internship Host badge in recognition of the support and of the quality of the internship experiences we have provided and maintained. For more information please visit www.careers.ox.ac.uk.