Senior Policy Advisor

4 days ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Department for Science, Innovation & Technology Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Policy Advisor to join our team at the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping the department's policy agenda and driving innovation in the science and technology sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the development of the Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) and ensure its delivery remains on track.
  • Manage the coordination of teams across Whitehall and within DSIT to deliver against the commitments in the Science and Technology Framework, Regulation and Standards strand.
  • Lead the effort to coordinate the strand effectively, including reporting to the centre of Government and monitoring and evaluation.
  • Support the development and implementation of the Regulatory Support Service, a specialised initiative aimed at assisting science and technology businesses in navigating regulatory frameworks.
  • Lead and develop effective partnerships, fostering collaboration among domestic stakeholders from across government, regulators, and industry.
  • Support the scaleup of the Regulators' Innovation Network, an informal group of over 30 UK regulators dedicated to advancing new technologies through innovation-friendly regulation, collaboration, and the sharing of best practice among regulators.
  • Lead on creating a Policy Framework to disseminate best practice around the use of standards to support emerging technologies, working closely with colleagues across DSIT and DBT.
  • Support the development of strategy around the role of the National Quality Infrastructure within the RIO.
Person Specification

We are looking for a candidate with the following skills and experience:

  • Strong communication skills, articulating complex issues and technical information clearly and concisely to a range of audiences verbally and in writing.
  • The ability to engage widely and creatively with a range of stakeholders to generate actionable, well-considered policy advice.
  • An interest in the innovation landscape and a proactive approach to work, including learning and sharing relevant information to boost the effectiveness of the workstreams you're delivering.
  • Proven track record of managing and delivering high-quality outcomes at pace.
  • A self-starter able to independently drive work forward with strong organisational skills.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £38,860, plus a contribution of £11,257 towards your pension. You will also have access to a range of benefits, including flexible working, automatic enrolment into the Civil Service pension scheme, and a minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. If you are passionate about science and technology policy and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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