Junior UK Affairs Officer

5Rights is seeking to recruit a Junior UK Affairs Officer on a six month fixed term contract, to support the Foundation's advocacy and policy work across the United Kingdom. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual interested in children's rights, politics and the tech industry. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to one of the most important policy challenges of our time - how we ensure the digital world is built with children in mind. They will gain practical experience across policy development, stakeholder engagement, legislative processes and campaigning, playing an active role in projects that are influencing how governments, regulators and industry protect and uphold children's rights online. About 5Rights 5Rights Foundation exists to ensure a digital world that will serve children and young people today and for future generations.We are a small team of senior professionals and experts delivering change in how the digital world works. We have shifted the narrative and the agenda through provocative comms campaigns (e.g. Twisted Toys), pioneering research (e.g. Pathways) and award-winning tools (e.g. Child Online Safety Toolkit). We continue to drive real-life change thanks to an outstanding track-record of delivering legislation (e.g. Californian Age Appropriate Design Code), policy and regulatory frameworks (e.g. UNCRC General comment No.25), and industry standards (e.g. IEEE 2089). Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyse developments in UK digital policy, online safety, privacy, AI governance, and children's rights. Conduct research on parliamentary activity, government consultations, regulatory initiatives, and emerging technology issues. Prepare policy briefings, stakeholder summaries, background notes, and advocacy materials. Support the drafting of consultation responses, position papers, speeches, and external communications. Assist with stakeholder mapping and engagement activities involving policymakers, regulators, civil society organisations, academics, and industry representatives. Help coordinate meetings, events, roundtables, and workshops. Track media coverage and public discourse related to children's digital rights and online safety. Maintain advocacy databases, contact lists, and project documentation. Contribute to campaign planning and outreach activities where appropriate. Provide administrative and project support to the advocacy and policy team. Person specification This is an ideal opportunity for someone at the start of their career who is looking for meaningful work with real-world impact. We are looking for someone with the following attributes: Essential skills and attributes A proactive, enthusiastic problem-solver with a positive, can-do attitude. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks, meet deadlines and consistently follow through. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate and engaging communications for different audiences. Sound judgement, professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Curious, adaptable and eager to learn, with the resilience to thrive in a changeable environment where priorities can change. A collaborative team player who can build positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders. Confident using Microsoft 365 (including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and comfortable learning new digital tools. A genuine commitment to the mission and values of 5Rights Foundation and an interest in improving children's experiences in the digital world. Desirable skills and attributes A degree in a relevant discipline, such as public policy, politics, law, social sciences, international relations or communications. An interest in technology policy, children's rights, digital regulation or public affairs Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to synthesise complex information into clear, concise briefings. An interest in current affairs and confidence monitoring and summarising policy developments. Experience (through study, work experience or volunteering) of research, communications, campaigning or stakeholder engagement. An enthusiasm for learning and developing within a small, ambitious and collaborative team. Practical details: Location: Remote position in the UK. Ability to travel to London for regular meetings is an advantage. Occasional international travel required. Salary: Starting salary of £27,040 per annum pro-rata, with some flexibility for candidates with exceptional skills and experience. Contract: 6 months fixed term Working hours: Full time (38h week), with occasional accommodation necessary for weekend-engagements and work across time-zones. Statutory pension contribution. Annual leave: 25 days per annum pro-rata Work equipment including a laptop will be provided. S