Strategy Adviser, Ministerial Strategy

Found in: Talent UK 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago


Salford, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and high-performing strategy adviser to join DBT�s Ministerial Strategy Directorate (MSD). MSD sits at the heart of the department and this role provides the opportunity contribute to the delivery of the department�s key priorities.�

The successful candidate will help to deliver cross-cutting strategic projects on a wide range of topics across economic policy. They will be required to think strategically, working across DBT (including regular engagement with senior leadership) and other government departments. The team works in a fast-paced environment and the role may adapt based on evolving ministerial priorities. �

MSD�s policy and strategy teams address emerging and cross-cutting issues and help DBT take a rigorous and coherent approach to strategic decisions, with a particular focus on economic policy making and growth.��

This role is in the Future Trade Policy team, which delivers cross-cutting strategy projects to support DBT�s priorities, with a particular focus on trade policy. We work closely with ministers, senior officials, teams across DBT and other government departments. Examples of our strategy development projects include work on green trade, market-distorting practices, trade digitalisation and growth strategy. �

Job description

Responsibilities: �

Producing structured policy analysis on cross-cutting policy questions and tensions to support the development of new strategies and approaches, coordinating with policy and analytical colleagues. �Developing and communicating policy positions on a wide range of issues to support cross-departmental and cross-HMG discussions, and engagement in international fora. �Collaborating and influencing across government departments to ensure DBT�s policy priorities are factored into wider policy-making, and to bring together the expertise to develop new strategies and policies. �Engaging and building relationships with a range of stakeholders, including teams across the department and with other government departments. �

Person specification

Essential Criteria 

Ability to see the bigger picture and think strategically. �Excellent communication and influencing skills. �Ability to work collaboratively, flexibly and effectively in a team. �Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities, often to tight deadlines. �An understanding and appreciation of the requirement to provide timely, honest, objective and impartial advice in the Civil Service. �

Desirable Criteria

Experience working in a policy or strategy role. �Understanding / knowledge of international trade or economic policy. �Able to work effectively across departmental boundaries. �

Personal Attributes & Skills 

We are looking for a self-starter who is comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and in a fast-paced environment. We welcome policy and skills knowledge from a wide range of backgrounds, recognising that subject-specific knowledge will often be developed in the role. �

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Seeing the Big PictureMaking Effective DecisionsCommunicating and InfluencingDelivering at Pace

Benefits

Alongside your salary of �39,384, Department for Business and Trade contributes �10,633 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Learning and development tailored to your roleAn environment with flexible working optionsA culture encouraging inclusion and diversityA with an average employer contribution of 27%

We recognise the challenges that people with (multiple) protected characteristics may experience on the job market and in their career progression. We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as possible, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, people with a disability, and people with gender diverse identities

Please refer to the attached candidate pack for further information on our benefits.


  • Senior Strategic Adviser

    Found in: Talent UK 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

    Job summaryWe are the newly created Department for Business and Trade (DBT) which brings business and trade together into a single economic growth department. The department coalesces the business-facing parts of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Department for International Trade (DIT) and will be a powerful voice...

  • CPTPP Senior Policy Adviser

    Found in: Talent UK 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

    Job summaryBackground�The CPTPP team is responsible for ensuring the UK plays its full role as a member of the Comprehensive and Progressive agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), one of the Prime Minister�s top trade priorities.��The team covers supporting UK engagement in CPTPP Ministerial level and Senior Official level meetings and the...

  • Enterprise Adviser

    4 days ago


    Salford, United Kingdom University of Salford Full time

    Opportunity ID 1719 Opportunity Closing Date 14/07/2023, 23:55 Primary Location - Salford - Peel Park Campus School or Business Unit - Directorate of Student Success, Administration & Support Contract Type - Part Time Permanent Salary £30,619 - £35,308 Opportunity **About Careers & Enterprise** Enterprise and entrepreneurship is a critical...

  • Senior Honours Manager

    Found in: Talent UK 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

    Job summaryThe Honours team sits within a broader team leading on Departmental governance within the Ministerial Strategy Directorate at DBT. This is an exciting time to join a high-performing team, committed to delivering nominations for deserving individuals across the breadth of the economy.�Honours are a unique form of national recognition. It is a...

  • Public Appointments Campaign Manager

    Found in: Talent UK 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

    Job summaryWould you like the chance to work in a high-profile team at heart of delivery of DBT�s priorities? �Can you build solid working relationships with internal and high-profile external stakeholders?��The Department for Business and Trade is looking to recruit a new Public Appointments Campaign Manager. You will have the opportunity to work in...


  • Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Agility Resoucing Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent Graduate to join a forward-thinking Manufacturing business who make data driven decisions. You'll be working alongside the Finance team of 2 and reporting to the CFO you'll help to come up with the number that help drive the business forward. Interpreting and summarising data Identifying patterns and...


  • Salford, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

    **Job Title: Youth Mentor** **Location**: Salford **Salary**: £85 to £95 Per Day **Start Date**: Immediately **Contract Type**: Full-Time We are seeking passionate and dedicated Youth Mentors to join our specialist school in Manchester. This role is perfect for individuals who are committed to making a significant impact on the lives of young people,...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: beBee jobs GB - 5 days ago


    Salford, Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingConsidering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Talent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: beBee S GB - 2 days ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingConsidering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Talent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting...

  • Senior Data Architect

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Salford, United Kingdom TalkTalk Full time

    The Senior Data Architect is accountable for setting the vision and strategy for the organisations use of data. You will be accountable for defining and maintaining the data architecture roadmap offering advise and guidance to business stakeholders. You will ensure that data architect solutions align with business requirements and data policies and...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: Appcast UK C C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingTalent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting directly into Head of IT, you would be responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents.What will your day...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: Whatjobs ES C2 - 5 days ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security Analyst Permanent - full time Bolton - hybrid working Talent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting directly into Head of IT, you would be responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents. What will...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: Appcast UK C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingTalent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting directly into Head of IT, you would be responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents.What will your day...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: Talent UK 2A C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingTalent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting directly into Head of IT, you would be responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents.What will your day...

  • Security Analyst

    Found in: Appcast Linkedin GBL C2 - 2 weeks ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    IT Security AnalystPermanent - full timeBolton - hybrid workingTalent are partnered with a business advisory firm who are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst who will play a vital role in safeguarding their digital assets. Reporting directly into Head of IT, you would be responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents.What will your day...


  • Salford, United Kingdom NOBUL RESOURCING SOLUTIONS LIMITED Full time

    Senior Communications Manager: Housing -Decarbonisation; **Salary**: £50,000 - £60,000 - depending on experience A non-departmental public body, whose principle business has been to deliver government decarbonisation grants and projects is looking for a fantastic Communication Manager to help with the new business unit; a delivery agent project focusing...


  • Salford, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Environmental Advisor We're looking for an Environmental Advisor to join our Kier Rail team to help deliver several rail projects across the Northern or Midland regions Can you imagine a world without transportation links via land, sea, or air? Nor can we! Your journey is our journey, come and join us at Kier Transportation and make a difference....

  • Marketing Executive

    6 days ago


    Salford, United Kingdom CUCCTV Full time

    **Duties**: - Formulate and execute dynamic marketing strategies aimed at enhancing the visibility and promotion of products or services. - Conduct comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends and capitalize on opportunities within the industry. - Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, develop, and execute...

  • Head of Product

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Salford, United Kingdom TalkTalk Full time

    This is a great opportunity for a senior Product leader to head up a team, focused on managing the full product portfolio for TalkTalk Business Direct (TTBD). You will oversee and lead the strategic direction, new development and lifecycle of the Product Portfolio covering Internet Connectivity (Fibre broadband, DIA), Networking (MPLS, SD-WAN, LAN &...

  • Digital Strategist

    1 day ago


    Salford, United Kingdom Zeal Creative Full time

    **A bit about us** We are Zeal, the UK’s most effective brand activation agency. We help the world’s biggest brands engage, inspire and motivate retail consumers into action. We recognise the reality of commerce is seamlessly multi-channel. The global brands we serve need to connect with and engage consumers at every point on the purchase journey. As a...