Senior UK Policy Manager
The Role
Location: London The Strand or Warwick (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. As the energy system transforms, policy and regulation play a critical role in enabling the investment, innovation and infrastructure needed to deliver for customers and communities.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Policy Manager to join our Corporate Affairs team, helping to shape the policy environment in which National Grid operates and and support a secure, affordable and clean energy system.
What you'll do
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Leading UK policy strategy, prioritisation and development across National Grid.
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Co-leading policy governance processes, tracking progress and outcomes against key priorities.
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Monitoring and analysing political, regulatory and policy developments to identify risks and opportunities.
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Providing policy insight and advice to senior leaders, including contributions to Executive and Board-level briefings.
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Leading responses to government consultations, legislation and parliamentary inquiries.
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Developing compelling policy positions, thought leadership content and external policy publications.
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Building and maintaining strong relationships with government officials, trade bodies, think tanks, academics and wider industry stakeholders.
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Supporting broader advocacy and stakeholder engagement campaigns.
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Leading, coaching and developing a team of policy professionals.
What you'll need
You'll be a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the UK political and policymaking environment, coupled with the ability to translate complex issues into clear and persuasive policy positions.
You'll bring:
- Strong knowledge of UK energy policy and the wider political and policy landscape.
- Significant experience in policy development, analysis and influencing within a complex stakeholder environment.
- A proven ability to shape and communicate policy solutions to a variety of audiences.
- Experience building and maintaining senior external stakeholder networks.
- Strong influencing skills and experience working across large, complex organisations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience leading, developing and motivating teams.
- A commercially aware mindset with an understanding of business strategy and organisational objectives.
What you'll get
Salary £74,000 p.a. to £91,000 p.a. depending on experience.
Benefits:
- Performance-based bonus and annual salary reviews
- Generous pension scheme with significant employer contribution
- Private medical cover and access to wellbeing support programmes
- Flexible and hybrid working to suit your lifestyle
- Family-friendly policies and support
- Career development and learning opportunities across a global organisation
More Information
This role closes on Wednesday 6th July at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
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We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.
Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.