Policy Framework Project Lead

Policy Framework Project LeadContract: 6-month fixed-term or interim contractDay rate: £400 per day, inside IR35Working pattern: Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in the officeHours: 37.5 hours per week

The opportunity

A large organisation operating within regulated social care and specialist education is seeking an experienced Policy Framework Project Lead to transform its organisation-wide policy estate.You will lead the project from initial review through to implementation, creating a consistent governance framework, complete policy register and accessible central policy library.This is a hands-on role combining project management, policy writing, governance and senior stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Scope the project and establish clear milestones, priorities and success measures.
• Develop and maintain the project plan, RAID log and progress reporting.
• Create a complete register of policies, procedures and guidance.
• Conduct a gap analysis against legal, regulatory and operational requirements.
• Design and implement a consistent policy framework covering templates, version control, ownership, approvals and review cycles.
• Draft, redraft and consolidate policies in clear, accessible language.
• Identify gaps, duplication and conflicts across existing documentation.
• Work with senior leaders and subject-matter experts to secure input and approvals.
• Establish a central policy library with appropriate document control and archiving.
• Support implementation through communications, briefings and manager guidance.
• Deliver a structured handover and 12-month policy review schedule.

About you

You will need:

• Proven experience delivering a policy, governance or compliance project from start to finish.
• Strong policy writing and document-review skills.
• Experience implementing policy frameworks, governance standards and version controls.
• Strong project management capability, including planning, RAID management and reporting.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and securing timely decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to work independently and deliver within a fixed timeframe.

Desirable experience

• Experience within social care, healthcare, education or another regulated environment.
• Experience working within a complex, multi-site organisation.
• A project management, governance, compliance or legal qualification.
• Experience establishing a policy library using SharePoint or a dedicated policy management platform.

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