Principal Policy Officer - Equalities

Location: London SE1 (Hybrid, 2-3 days office-based)
Rate: £31.62 PAYE / £41.17 Umbrella per hour
Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment
Start: Immediate

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Policy Officer - Equalities to join a leading London public sector organisation.

This role will lead a small team and drive strategic equality initiatives, ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) while delivering programmes that tackle structural inequalities and improve outcomes for diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead equality policy development and delivery.
• Oversee Equality Impact Assessments (EqIAs).
• Provide expert advice on equality legislation and best practice.
• Manage and develop a team of 3-4 staff.
• Build relationships with public sector, community and voluntary sector partners.
• Ensure equality considerations are embedded across policy and decision-making.
• Lead high-profile projects and deliver measurable outcomes.

Essential Experience

• Significant experience delivering equality and inclusion policy within local government, government departments, or public sector organisations.
• Strong knowledge of the Equality Act 2010 and PSED.
• Experience leading Equality Impact Assessments (EqIAs).
• Proven line management experience.
• Strong background in policy development, implementation and evaluation.
• Track record of delivering complex programmes and influencing senior stakeholders.

About You

• Equality policy specialist with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Confident leader able to work independently and strategically.
• Evidence-driven with a proven record of delivering impactful change.

Apply today with your most recent CV for immediate consideration.