Policy & Research Officer

ACCENT Housing

Job Location:

Bradford - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Policy & Research Officer

A place to make a difference

Location: Bradford Hybrid

Salary:34204 per annum

Permanent 35 hours per week Monday Friday9am-5pm

With over 21000 homes across the countrywere responsible for supporting thousands of customers and their families.

Were proud to build positive long-lasting relationships that go beyond housing. The work we do supports our customers and creates vibrant communities where people of all backgrounds can thrive.

If you pride yourself on delivering the best customer care and want to use your skills to make a positive impact on families and communities theres a place for you at Accent.

Shape policy. Inform decisions. Make a real difference.

Are you curious about how policy shapes peoples lives Do you enjoy researching asking good questions and getting properly stuck into meaningful work

At Accent no two days are the same. Government announcements regulatory changes and sector developments mean were always learning adapting and improving. As a Policy and Research Officer youll play a key role in helping us understand whats happening in the world around us and what it means for our customers and colleagues.

Youll join a supportive welcoming team where your ideas are valued your development is encouraged and your work directly informs organisational decisionmaking.

What youll be doing

Working closely with the Strategy and Policy Lead and Policy Advisors you will:

Manage and support Accents policies and procedures guidance process ensuring policies are clear effective and well understood
Carry out horizon scanning to track changes in government policy regulation and legislation
Research best practice across the housing sector and beyond and assess what it could mean for Accent
Undertake research projects to address gaps in knowledge and support business priorities
Analyse the impact of policy decisions for example rent increase analysis and how changes affect our customers
Use data and tools such as Excel to analyse information and present clear evidencebased insight
Support strategic initiatives and contribute to ESG reporting
Help colleagues understand external policy changes and their implications for key stakeholders

Your work will help ensure Accent continues to deliver safe sustainable housing and continually improves its services.

To view/download the Policy and Research Officer job description please click here.

Salary

The spot salary for this post is 34204 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If youre still developing some of the skills or experience you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.

About you

Youll bring a strong interest in policy and research along with the ability to turn complex information into clear practical insight. Youre organised collaborative and comfortable juggling multiple priorities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Youll also have:

Proven experience in policy development and/or research
An interest in housing legislation regulation and best practice
The ability to analyse information and present it in a clear accessible way
Strong attention to detail with confidence managing competing tasks and deadlines
Experience working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and teams
Experience in housing or a strong understanding of the sector
A degree (or equivalent qualification or experience) in a relevant subject
Experience in data analysis and interpretation with confidence using tools such as Excel
Knowledge of community engagement and/or tenant participation

Most importantly youll be curious proactive and keen to learn ready to get involved and contribute to work that makes a real difference.

The successful applicant will be subject to preemployment checks such as DBS and social media screening before an offer is confirmed.

Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow a place to thrive a place to be you.

Stage 1: A Place to Connect
A call with the hiring manager. Youll learn more about the role and team and well get to know you your experience goals and what you bring.
Planned date: 20th May via Teams.

Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths
A role related assessment and behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. Youll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance.
Planned date: 27th May at our Bradford office.

We aim to make the process clear supportive and genuinely valuable a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

Weve got big ambitions and were looking for people who want to grow with us. Here youll have the chance to learn new skills shape your career and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

And because we believe great work deserves great rewards heres what you can look forward to:
Generous time off 28 days holiday plus bank holidays an extra day for your birthday and the option to buy more.
Health & wellbeing support Cash health plan Health MOTs online GP access gym discounts and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.
Financial perks Car leasing options salary sacrifice schemes and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.
Future-focused benefits Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.
Family-friendly policies Enhanced parental leave flexible working options and support for work-life balance.
Career development From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy apprenticeships and more well help you grow and succeed.

This is more than a job its a place where you can make an impact feel valued and be rewarded for what you do.

Were Committed to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger and were committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued respected and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage just let us know well make it happen.

Because this isnt just a workplace its a place to belong.

Please dont delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

If you have any queries about the role please email:

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

If youre looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society to our organisation and to your future apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Policy & Research OfficerA place to make a differenceLocation: Bradford Hybrid Salary:34204 per annumPermanent 35 hours per week Monday Friday9am-5pmWith over 21000 homes across the countrywere responsible for supporting thousands of customers and their families.Were proud to build positive long-la...

Policy & Research Officer

A place to make a difference

Location: Bradford Hybrid

Salary:34204 per annum

Permanent 35 hours per week Monday Friday9am-5pm

With over 21000 homes across the countrywere responsible for supporting thousands of customers and their families.

Were proud to build positive long-lasting relationships that go beyond housing. The work we do supports our customers and creates vibrant communities where people of all backgrounds can thrive.

If you pride yourself on delivering the best customer care and want to use your skills to make a positive impact on families and communities theres a place for you at Accent.

Shape policy. Inform decisions. Make a real difference.

Are you curious about how policy shapes peoples lives Do you enjoy researching asking good questions and getting properly stuck into meaningful work

Youll join a supportive welcoming team where your ideas are valued your development is encouraged and your work directly informs organisational decisionmaking.

What youll be doing

Working closely with the Strategy and Policy Lead and Policy Advisors you will:

Manage and support Accents policies and procedures guidance process ensuring policies are clear effective and well understood
Carry out horizon scanning to track changes in government policy regulation and legislation
Research best practice across the housing sector and beyond and assess what it could mean for Accent
Undertake research projects to address gaps in knowledge and support business priorities
Analyse the impact of policy decisions for example rent increase analysis and how changes affect our customers
Use data and tools such as Excel to analyse information and present clear evidencebased insight
Support strategic initiatives and contribute to ESG reporting
Help colleagues understand external policy changes and their implications for key stakeholders

Your work will help ensure Accent continues to deliver safe sustainable housing and continually improves its services.

To view/download the Policy and Research Officer job description please click here.

Salary

About you

Youll also have:

Proven experience in policy development and/or research
An interest in housing legislation regulation and best practice
The ability to analyse information and present it in a clear accessible way
Strong attention to detail with confidence managing competing tasks and deadlines
Experience working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and teams
Experience in housing or a strong understanding of the sector
A degree (or equivalent qualification or experience) in a relevant subject
Experience in data analysis and interpretation with confidence using tools such as Excel
Knowledge of community engagement and/or tenant participation

Most importantly youll be curious proactive and keen to learn ready to get involved and contribute to work that makes a real difference.

The successful applicant will be subject to preemployment checks such as DBS and social media screening before an offer is confirmed.

Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow a place to thrive a place to be you.

We aim to make the process clear supportive and genuinely valuable a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

This is more than a job its a place where you can make an impact feel valued and be rewarded for what you do.

Were Committed to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger and were committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued respected and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage just let us know well make it happen.

Because this isnt just a workplace its a place to belong.

Please dont delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

If you have any queries about the role please email:

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

If youre looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society to our organisation and to your future apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority