External Affairs Manager

1 day ago


South East England, United Kingdom NFU Full time
External Affairs Manager

Salary: Competitive salary. Details on application.
Location: Westminster, London with agile working
Working Hours : 35 hours per week 30
Contract Type: Permanent

The National Farmers Union (NFU) is the biggest farming organisation in the UK. We're proud to make a difference for all our members, by shaping attitudes towards British farming and leading the charge on a range of major issues, from climate change and food standards to rural crime and broadband rollout.

Purpose of the role & how you will contribute:

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the NFU's high performing External Affairs team in Westminster. As an External Affairs Manager, you will drive the delivery of NFUs external affairs strategy, forging alliances with key stakeholders, government bodies, and parliament. This role is pivotal in amplifying the NFUs voice, guiding senior leaders, and securing stakeholder support to advance the NFUs interests and reputation. Full details can be found in the attached role profile. Join us to make a significant impact on the UKs farming agenda and help shape the future of agriculture.

What youll bring:

You will bring extensive experience in external affairs, a passion for agriculture, and a proven track record in lobbying and stakeholder engagement. Your excellent communication skills, ability to inspire, and strategic thinking will drive impactful campaigns. You are adaptable, proactive, and ready to make a significant contribution to the NFUs goals. If this sounds like you, then apply today.

Why choose us?

Join us and youll find an organisation that encourages and enables you to achieve your full potential. In return you will be rewarded with a full range of benefits including:

  • Generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days a year pro rata + bank holidays, rising to 30 days pro rata with length of service), plus 1 annual Christmas company day
  • Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
  • Company funded health Cashplan
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
  • Performance-related pay
  • Enhanced Pension contributions
  • Competitive life assurance
  • Access to interest-free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets and driving lessons
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with lifes challenges
  • Discounts on a range of new vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing and lifestyle and many more

Who we are

Every day, we're the voice of around 44,000 British farmers and growers who produce food, making sure their concerns are heard at the heart of government both online and locally. This means developing strong relationships with everyone from NFU colleagues to government ministers. So, as well as having a high profile in both the media and Westminster, we work with and support local members through a network of regional and county offices across England and Wales.

Were committed to recruiting a diverse and highly-talented workforce. Well support you by providing you with extensive learning and development opportunities and build a career that balances your professional ambitions with your personal commitments including discussions around agile and flexible work options.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If we decide we've found the right person for the role, we reserve the right to withdraw this advert and close applications before the closing date.

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