Nick MacAndrews
Seaford,East Sussex
Summary
A seasoned professional with expertise in policy development and advice, project and programme management, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrates proficiency in briefing and report writing, data analysis, and evidence collection. Skilled in horizon scanning, staff management including recruitment and hiring processes, as well as budget management. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive organisational success and contribute to strategic initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Principal Policy and Projects Officer
Greater London Authority
London
2021.10 - Current
- Lead in developing policies on financial hardship, setting policy positions for the Mayor of London, and influencing shared priorities with public, private, and civil society partners.
- Designed, managed, and quality assured portfolio of projects and programmes addressing poverty and financial hardship across London.
- Prepared written and oral briefings, reports, and consultation responses for the Mayor of London and advisers on social policy issues.
- Built and led a high performing sub-team of 4-6 Senior Policy and Project Officers.
Senior Policy and Projects Officer
Greater London Authority
London
2019.08 - 2021.10
- Lead policy initiatives and stakeholder engagement related to poverty and financial hardship issues.
- Delivered projects and provided policy advice to the Mayor of London on poverty alleviation.
- Line managed a policy support officer supporting delivery of the poverty alleviation activity.
Policy Research and Evidence Officer
Greater London Authority
London
2018.02 - 2018.08
- Supported maintenance of evidence base on poverty and alleviation efforts.
- Facilitated communication between Communities and Social Policy Unit and the City Intelligence Unit.
- Delivered policy projects, briefings, policy papers, and consultation responses on poverty issues.
Partnership Intelligence Researcher
Citizens Advice
London
2015.01 - 2018.02
- Gathered and analysed evidence from across the Citizens Advice network on social policy issues; shared findings with government departments and regulators to influence policy and practice.
- Delivered monthly briefings to DWP officers on the impact of Universal Credit rollout on Citizens Advice clients.
- Carried out published primary social research projects on social policy topics with Citizens Advice clients and the wider public.
Intelligence Researcher
Surrey Police
Reigate, Surrey
2008.06 - 2015.01
- Monitored and analysed crime patterns and criminal intelligence to identify trends and proactive targeting opportunities.
- Provided briefings and tactical assessments to senior leaders; developed intelligence packages to disrupt local and cross-border criminal networks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International History and Politics
University of Leeds
Leeds 2003.10 - 2006.06
A-Levels - Politics (A), Communication Studies (A), History (B), General Studies (B), Critical Thinking (B)
George Abbot School Sixth Form
Guildford, Surrey 2001.09 - 2003.07
GCSEs - 11 (all A* to C)
George Abbot School
Guildford, Surrey 1997.09 - 2001.07
Skills
- Policy development/policy advice
- Project/programme management
- Stakeholder management
- Briefing/report writing
- Data analysis/evidence collection
- Horizon scanning
- Staff management, recruitment and hiring processes
- Budget management
- Social media/web-copy drafting
Affiliations
- Watching/playing live music
- Watching/playing sport (various)
- Trail running/hiking
- Paddle boarding
Accomplishments
- Recognition payment for going above and beyond in launching the Mayor of London's Free Holiday Meals programme (Greater London Authority)
- Co-author of Locked In: Consumer Issues with Subscription Traps (Citizens Advice)
- Co-author of Out of Luck: An exploration of the causes and impacts of problem gambling (Citizens Advice)
- Command Commendation for outstanding contribution to three separate investigations into Kidnap, Murder, and Class A Drug Supply (Surrey Police)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal Policy and Projects Officer
Greater London Authority
2021.10 - Current
Senior Policy and Projects Officer
Greater London Authority
2019.08 - 2021.10
Policy Research and Evidence Officer
Greater London Authority
2018.02 - 2018.08
Partnership Intelligence Researcher
Citizens Advice
2015.01 - 2018.02
Intelligence Researcher
Surrey Police
2008.06 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Arts - International History and Politics
University of Leeds
2003.10 - 2006.06
A-Levels - Politics (A), Communication Studies (A), History (B), General Studies (B), Critical Thinking (B)
George Abbot School Sixth Form
2001.09 - 2003.07
GCSEs - 11 (all A* to C)
George Abbot School
1997.09 - 2001.07