Work pattern: Mon-Fri 35 hours per week. Flexible working options available
Salary: Up to £42,182.64 per year
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Advocacy Research Analyst:
- Lead advocacy research and analysis, overseeing the design, commissioning and delivery of robust, ethical, and policy‑aligned research that supports campaigns and influencing priorities
- Generate high-quality insights, apply robust analytical methods and translate complex findings into clear, influential outputs, helping to shape policy and campaigns
- Lead the production and promotion of the annual Cats and Their Stats (CATS) Report
- Provide strategic and day‑to‑day oversight of advocacy research activity, ensuring alignment with charity objectives
- Act as a key advocacy spokesperson, responding to research‑related enquiries and representing Cats Protection at external events
- Present complex research findings to large and diverse audiences
About the Advocacy team:
The Advocacy & Government Relations team leads the charity in influencing decision-makers and those whose policies, practices and decisions affect cat welfare across the UK. The small, highly motivated team works to influence legislators (national and devolved governments), professional organisations and corporates. The team has successfully influenced the law on microchipping, pet theft and commercial kitten sales in England and worked with the Scottish Government to regulate cat breeding and rehoming activities. The team also runs digital campaigns as part of its strategy.
What we’re looking for in our Advocacy Research Analyst:
- Strong animal welfare policy and research expertise, ability to produce high quality reports
- Experience leading research and data analysis that has shaped advocacy campaigns
- Confident analysing and converting data into clear messages for a non-technical audiences
- Proven ability to turn data into clear, actionable insights that inform policy decisions
- Proficiency in analytical tools or software such as Power BI
- Ability to work independently on initiative with minimal supervision
- Strong data interpretation and critical thinking skills, ability to clearly communicate findings
- Confident public speaker, comfortable presenting to large audiences
- Knowledge of research ethics, data governance, and best practice
- Knowledge of public policy processes across the UK nations
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
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