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Policy and Public Affairs Officer

Asthma and Lung UK
34,000 - 38,000 per year
Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home.
Full-time
16th February 2026

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Location:  Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home.

A great opportunity has arisen for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to support our ambitious external affairs team as we influence national and regional policy, driving improvements in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions.

Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced policy and public affairs professional who can produce new ideas, inspire others in the team, and catalyse policy change that will benefit people with lung disease. You’ll contribute to high quality policy products, identify new influencing opportunities, and deliver a programme of political engagement to ensure that lung health is on the political agenda.

You’ll have a strong political understanding, an excellent working knowledge of routes for influencing UK government and be skilled at tailoring campaign messages for different audiences. You’ll be organised, a good communicator, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be motivated by the opportunity to make a real impact on national lung health policy.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.

Policy and Public Affairs Officer

The White Chapel Building, 10 Whitechapel High Street

E1 8QS

£34,000 to £38,000 per year + benefits and hybrid working

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 16/02/2026

Job reference: BK1488059ThePAPAO

Documents

Policy and Public Affairs Officer JD 2026.pdf

Policy and Public Affairs Officer

The White Chapel Building, 10 Whitechapel High Street

£34,000 to £38,000 per year + benefits and hybrid working