Senior Policy Advisor

Senior Policy Advisor - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Senior Policy Advisor GCHQ Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 26th October 2026 Return to search results Apply at advertiser's site Details Reference number 484698 Salary £68,745 GBP Job grade Grade 7 Contract type Permanent Business area At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online. Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from threats including seriou Type of role Policy Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed hours Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location London About the job Job summary As a Senior Policy Advisor, you'll lead a small but influential team, shaping the organisation’s response to policy and legislative developments that could affect how we operate. Your work will help ensure that operational, legal and strategic considerations are properly reflected in discussions across government. Job description The role covers a varied portfolio of work, balancing immediate priorities with longer-term planning. This could involve coordinating our response to a high-profile policy proposal or bill, drawing on expertise from across the organisation to shape a clear and considered response. At other times, the focus will be on advising senior leaders on emerging policy developments and helping them understand potential risks, opportunities and trade-offs. Building effective relationships with senior colleagues across the organisation, partners across gover