Policy Analyst Placement Brighton 2024

How can we help ensure people have the retirement they expect? What does a value for money pension scheme look like? What is the role of pension schemes in tackling climate change? What does it mean to run a pension scheme well? If these sorts of questions interest you, then an internship with the Policy team might be for you.

Together with partners across government and the pensions industry we work collaboratively to do the following.

• Understand the issues and the evidence base. What do pension schemes need to do better?
• Identify realistic options. What can we do to tackle the problems?
• Influence government and the pensions industry to make changes to the law and do things differently.

What you’ll do

As a Policy Intern, you'll work closely with our experts in delivering on our current policy priorities by:

• contributing to the development of research reports and summaries, guidance, and policy evaluations
• providing input into the policy development life cycle, helping to build an evidence base and develop policy options, writing papers or presentations
• shaping and influencing pensions policy through developing and maintaining relationships with customers inside and outside The Pensions Regulator (TPR), including the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
• support the design and delivery of workshops, consultation events and meetings with internal experts and external collaborators
• maintain robust team records and processes to ensure that policy papers and briefings are produced in a timely fashion in line with targets
• contribute towards the delivery of policy projects and provide administrative support for colleagues in the Regulatory Policy, Analysis and Advice Directorate

What you'll bring

This placement would suit someone who may be studying economics, government, politics or a similar social studies/humanities course. Or, has a curiosity about building knowledge of policy development and implementation, including policy development cycle, principles of good policy making, legislative development/processes and open policy making techniques.

• A student in penultimate year of study, or undertaking a degree requiring a year-long placement.
• Ability to find, assimilate and present sophisticated quantitative and qualitative information.
• Ability to analyse a problem and support development of solutions.
• Ability to work within a team and work independently on specific tasks, using your own initiative.
• A high understanding of written English and excellent communication skills.

We put you first

We’ll give you a chance to put your theory into practice as you work alongside a diverse, friendly and experienced team. You’ll develop your skills in a safe and supportive work environment that values your thoughts, perspectives and ideas. You’ll receive regular feedback on your performance to help you learn, develop and improve throughout your time with us.

Kickstart your career

If you’re an undergraduate looking for a placement year, then why not join our team!

We’re having an assessment day on 26 March 2024, this will take place in our office. Make sure you’re free on this date as you’ll need to take part in group and individual assessments, as well as an interview.

Our culture

At TPR, we prioritise our people's growth and well-being. We offer various learning, secondment and development opportunities, support flexible working, and foster a diverse and inclusive environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion is very important to us and central to our success. We strive to make sure everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our Brighton office has been designed to be accessible for all. We're proud to have a range of networks to bring people together in supportive spaces to connect with like-minded individuals.

Benefits

We offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a hybrid working model, 35 hour working week (full-time), flexible working patterns, and flexitime. We also provide competitive parental leave, as well as a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Our dedicated benefits portal (Edenred) offers retail, gym, tech and restaurant discounts, and a cycle to work scheme.

In addition, we offer annual performance-related pay increases and bonus opportunities to reward our employees for their successes and achievements.

About TPR

Everyone at TPR plays an important role in helping to keep more than £2trn of savings safe.

Our Corporate Strategy outlines a bold and challenging vision of how pensions regulation should continue to evolve to keep pace with a change in the scale and nature of the pensions' landscape. We believe diversity and inclusion are vital to good decision-making for positive saver outcomes. We’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive; understanding the link between the work we do and its positive impact on society.

With a career at TPR, you’ll be joining an organisation with a diverse range of skills and experience that will positively impact on millions of people for decades to come.

Selection

If you are shortlisted for interview, we’ll be in contact with you shortly after the closing date.

We aim to respond to every application however due to the large volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 21 days of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to the recruitment, employment, retention, and development of people with disabilities, and to improving their employment opportunities. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the criteria outlined in the ‘what you will bring’ section will be offered an interview.