About the role

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) exists to help improve the quality, sustainability and productivity of health and social care in England. We have an international reputation for our approach to producing guidance and information on effective practice that supports better decisions and helps the health and care system to prioritise its investment. We are one of the world leaders in the work that we do!

We are looking for a passionate and committed public involvement and engagement specialist to join our People and communities team. The role involves ensuring that the voices of people with lived experience, their carers, families, and the voluntary and community sectors inform and influence the recommendations NICE makes.

There are two positions available: one permanent role and one fixed‑term role (until 31 March 2027).

Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and support people who use health and social care services, carers, the public, and organisations representing their interests in NICE guidance.
• Project‑manage stakeholder engagement, lay member recruitment and support.
• Provide advice and training to various audiences.
• Contribute to the strategic development and promotion of patient and public involvement at NICE.
• Play an integral part in delivering programmes of work to support NICE’s 3‑year strategy for involving and engaging people and communities.
• Support NICE’s broader transformational aims and strategy.

Our benefits

• Generous NHS Pension – Secure your future with one of the most rewarding pension schemes in the UK.
• Flexible Working – Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with options like remote working, compressed hours and flexible start/finish times.
• Exclusive Discounts – Save on shopping, dining and more with a Blue Light Card.
• Time to Recharge – Start with 27 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Inclusive Staff Networks – Join supportive communities like Women in NICE, Race Equality Network, Disability Advocacy and more – we celebrate diversity.
• Tailored Development – Grow your career with personalised learning and development opportunities.

If you feel this is the type of environment you will enjoy working in, apply today!

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Mark Rasburn
Job title: Senior Public Involvement Adviser
Email address: mark.rasburn@nice.org.uk