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Are you a curious, motivated graduate who wants to turn evidence and insight into policy that makes a real difference? We’re looking for a Graduate Policy Officer to join our Insights and Intelligence team within the Employment, Skills, Health and Communities (ESHC) Directorate at WMCA. This is an exciting opportunity to build your career in public policy while contributing to work that informs strategy, shapes decision-making and supports major regional priorities such as employment, skills development and inclusive growth. You’ll help turn evidence into clear, practical policy insight that supports better outcomes for people and places across the West Midlands. As part of the WMCA Graduate Development Programme, you’ll join a structured early careers pathway designed to develop the next generation of public sector leaders. You’ll benefit from mentoring, training, peer networking and hands-on experience that will support your development throughout the programme. Please note that all Graduate roles are offered on a two-year fixed-term contract
Job Responsibility
Support research and analysis to inform employment and skills policy and programme development
Help produce high-quality policy briefings, reports, governance papers and presentations
Contribute to horizon scanning and research that supports long-term planning and innovation
Support cross-directorate insight work, including regular briefing outputs aligned to key strategies such as the Employment and Skills Strategy, West Midlands Works and the WM Growth Plan
Track progress against strategic objectives and support policy monitoring activity
Assist with policy projects, contributing ideas, analysis and structured outputs
Engage with stakeholders to gather insight and support evidence-based decision-making
Develop your understanding of how policy is shaped, delivered and evaluated in a combined authority setting
Gain experience using data, evidence and research to support recommendations and strategic thinking
Requirements
A minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent Level 6 qualification) in any subject, gained within the last 5 years
Experience working in a team environment (e.g. university, volunteering, internships or part-time work)
Experience supporting projects, events or structured pieces of work
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and structured documents
The ability to interpret information, identify key points and present ideas clearly
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A proactive approach to problem-solving, learning and development
Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
An understanding of, or interest in, the role of combined authorities in shaping regional growth and public services
The ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment
A commitment to completing the WMCA Graduate Development Programme