Our Client:
A social enterprise, devoted to building competitive advantage for industry and the people who work in it.
Job Description:
This role is responsible for working collaboratively to develop and deliver the policy and engagement strategy on a range of skills issues from migration to housing, working with a team of researchers to develop policy solutions to support government and industry.
You will be:
- Work with in-house policy and research experts to develop an evidence base for public policy and influencing activities;
- Raise awareness of our client with key influencers, creating ‘Ambassadors’ for the organisation amongst political stakeholders;
- Work with the Partnerships teams in England to build relationships with local government, Metro Mayors and Local Economic Partnerships and developing a strategy for improving our political influence in the regions;
- Monitor and disseminate responses to key announcements on issues that impact the skills policy environment;
- Develop a range of influencing material including reports, papers, briefings, and updates;
- Deliver a robust Policy and Government Relations monitoring service of key political and policy developments;
- Respond to Government consultations ensuring organisational and industry engagement and support;
- Provide support to the External Relations Team and press office to help establish and communicate policy narrative.
Essential skills:
- Experienced in policy formulation, development and impact;
- Excellent influencing skills and the ability to influence and persuade effectively;
- Experience of working with MPs, Ministers, AMs, civil servants and local government;
- Able to write engaging copy, which communicates key messages;
- Stakeholder management and demonstrable experience of working effectively with senior stakeholders;
- Good understanding of the political system and how the process works across the local area;
- Planning, managing, implementing and evaluating proactive political engagement campaigns, including policy development;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.