Senior Policy and Public Affairs Adviser - Wales
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
The pay only meets a lower rate. Ineligible if it's SOC 4113
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2493 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 46% sure that is the right code. Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 2493 (Public relations professionals) · 46% match
- Ineligible 4113 (Officers of non-governmental organisations) · 39% match
- Ineligible 4111 (National government administrative occupations) · 6% match
Ask Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2493 Public relations professionals Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £33,400 Clears | £37,500 Clears | £41,700 Misses |
4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
4111 National government administrative occupations Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
This is a home-based role with travel requirements across Wales and occasionally to other UK locations. This will include occasional evening and weekend work.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of the MND Association's policy, public affairs and campaigning priorities across Wales
- Monitor and analyse policy developments, identifying opportunities to influence legislation and public policy
- Develop policy positions, recommendations and consultation responses with colleagues and stakeholders
- Produce high-quality briefings, reports, submissions, speeches and other communications
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Members of the Senedd, government officials and key partners
- Support the planning and delivery of meetings, events and engagement activity within the Senedd
- Work with colleagues to implement public affairs and campaigning strategies across Wales
- Keep internal and external audiences informed of relevant policy and political developments
- Collaborate with volunteers, supporters and partner organisations to deliver campaigning activity
- Represent the MND Association at meetings, events and media opportunities as required
About You
- Strong understanding of the Welsh political system, legislative processes and policy development
- Experience in policy, public affairs or campaigning roles
- Experience of responding to policy consultations and influencing decision-makers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong relationship-building, influencing and negotiation abilities
- Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Able to travel across Wales, with occasional evening or weekend work
- Experience of health, social care or welfare policy
- Experience engaging volunteers or supporters in policy and public affairs activity
- Familiarity with verbal and written communication in Welsh
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Public relations professionals (SOC 2493) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~38k in sample- Middle half £31,772–47,840
- Median £38,688
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2493 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.