Hybrid Public Affairs and Policy Manager

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About the role

  • Design and deliver an integrated public affairs strategy and political engagement plan that aligns with business priorities and builds Seetec’s influence nationally and regionally.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with MPs, Ministers, civil servants, special advisers, parliamentary committees, local authority leaders, metro mayors, combined authorities and relevant public sector stakeholders.
  • Represent Seetec in external forums, policy roundtables, consultation events and select committee hearings.
  • Lead the creation of compelling policy content – including position statements, consultation responses, select committee evidence, white and green papers, policy briefings, and speeches – aligned to Seetec’s business objectives.
  • Work with the Research Manager to translate data and research into policy recommendations and thought leadership content.
  • Identify opportunities for collaborative research and policy development with think tanks, trade bodies, universities, public sector clients and third sector organisations.
  • Provide strategic political and policy advice to the Executive Leadership Team, Growth Strategy, Business Development and Communications teams.
  • Contribute to the development of business cases, bids and propositions with insight on the political, economic and social context.
  • Lead on political risk analysis, stakeholder mapping, sentiment tracking and policy impact assessments.

Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience in public affairs, government relations, or policy development in a complex or regulated environment.
  • Strong track record of influencing public policy and developing relationships with political, public sector and third-party stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to translate research and insight into policy and communications outputs.
  • Previous experience in Parliament, central or local government, think tanks or industry bodies. (Desirable)
  • Knowledge of the employment, skills, justice or health sectors. (Desirable)
  • Degree in politics, public policy, communications or a related discipline. (Desirable)
  • Ability to travel regularly to London and other key political and business locations as needed.
  • May be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check.

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
  • 2 Volunteer Days
  • Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
  • Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
  • Annual Salary Review
  • Refer A Friend Scheme
  • Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits

Job title

Public Affairs and Policy Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

£45,000 - £50,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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