Wellcome Trust
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Salary (Pro rated): £30,960 - £38,700; (Full time: £51,600 - £64,500)
Closing date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract - /End Date: December 2027
Interview dates: 1st stage (w/c 11 /01/2027) Face to Face;
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.
We committed to spend £16bn in the ten years to 2032, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.
At Wellcome, we support bold science to address some of the world’s most urgent health challenges, but science alone isn’t enough. Our Policy team works to turn evidence into action, influencing the policies, decisions and systems that can help new ideas and interventions reach the people who need them. As a Policy Adviser in Mental Health, you’ll help create the conditions for new and improved mental health interventions to reach those who need them and contribute to better and more equitable health outcomes
We are looking for a Policy Adviser to join our team on a fixed term contract till December 2027, this will be a part-time role for 3 days.
Where in Wellcome will I be working?
As a Policy Adviser in our Mental Health team, you’ll shape key areas of policy work to help advance Wellcome’s mental health goals. You’ll analyse evidence, develop recommendations and work with partners and decision-makers to influence the policies and environments needed to create meaningful change in mental health.
What will I be doing?
Is this job for me?
You’ll bring experience of mental health and policy, with a track record of developing evidence-based recommendations and influencing policymakers, senior leaders or other key stakeholders. You’ll be a strong communicator and critical thinker, comfortable working with scientific or technical information and turning complex evidence into clear, compelling policy messages, while working collaboratively and managing competing priorities.
To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
You can view the full [job description](https://wellcomecloud.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/EXT-CRW/IQBX9HdXw24xQ4I-fSH02pUFATRTuFoy06nHfl_izmJp6Lw?e=5uhW08) on our website
You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our [website](https://wellcome.org/jobs/benefits)
Our Hybrid Way of Working
We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.
At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do
[Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwellcome.ac.uk%2Fwhat-we-do%2Four-work%2Fdiversity-and-inclusion&data=05%7C01%7CK.Campbell%40wellcome.org%7Ccbad2a1f5f95412fc85708db037673e5%7C3b7a675a1fc84983a100cc52b7647737%7C0%7C0%7C638107579515749555%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BaJ3HIwtz0eXRTlsGlyOIjQUZK%2BT81rEpZEH8UkRz2A%3D&reserved=0). We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles.
We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our [website](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwellcome.org%2Fjobs%2Fadjustments-job-applicants&data=05%7C01%7CK.Campbell%40wellcome.org%7Ccbad2a1f5f95412fc85708db037673e5%7C3b7a675a1fc84983a100cc52b7647737%7C0%7C0%7C638107579515749555%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HIwxeViCR7Ph6Wdr4jHnbHnyfAs%2FIwPx%2BgwIzVi3Y50%3D&reserved=0) for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at [jobs@wellcome.org](mailto:jobs@wellcome.ac.uk).
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We support researchers, we take on big health challenges, we campaign for better science, and we help everyone get involved with science and health research. Wellcome isn't just a supporter of great ideas, it's a great place to work. We offer excellent benefits and help our employees to develop in an open, respectful culture where differences are valued.
£30,960 – £38,700 / year
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