Head of Road Freight Policy

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Logistics UK Full time
About Logistics UK

Logistics UK is a leading business group in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.

An effective supply chain is vital to the UK's economy, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to the UK's economic success.

Job Summary
  • Develop and implement Logistics UK's road freight policy strategy, working closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the business.
  • Own and develop our regional programme of English Freight Councils, increasing attendance and ensuring meetings provide a high level of member engagement and useful insights.
  • Build and maintain a strong knowledge of all policy areas in the policy portfolio, proactively monitoring and briefing on new and emerging topics, and educating colleagues as appropriate to support collaboration.
  • Proactively develop policy proposals and positions, with member input, to lead the debate and shape government and stakeholder thinking.
  • Develop relationships with decision-makers and carry out effective engagement, as well as supporting individual Freight Council Secretaries with relevant regional policy development and engagement.
  • Own and deliver Logistics UK's policy report ahead of each regional Freight Council round three times a year, working with the team to develop policy items for discussion and agreement.
  • Produce high-quality reports, consultation responses, briefing documents, speaking notes and presentations, for a variety of audiences.
  • Deliver effective presentations for members and a variety of stakeholders, including at Logistics UK events and external conferences.
  • Ensure members are informed of policy proposals and impending regulatory changes that will impact their businesses through the production of high-quality briefings and other materials.
  • Inform and agree media plans and lines on policy topics in the portfolio, and act as media spokesperson as required.
  • Inform public affairs plans and content on policy topics in the portfolio, and support engagement with political stakeholders as required.
  • Line management responsibility for senior policy managers, policy managers and senior policy advisors, as designated.
  • Delegate policy responsibilities to others in the team, ensuring their work is overseen and aligns with our policy theme goals.
  • Collaborate closely with Directorate colleagues by providing expert support on policy issues and lines to take for their engagement with decision-makers and members.
Responsibilities
  • Develop policy positions and shape and deliver campaigns on the policy theme, with the ability to pick up additional topics as required.
  • Ensure accuracy in policy information and positions on assigned topics and ensure consensus member views are accurately represented.
  • Provide expert policy support across Logistics UK on assigned topics to help deliver wider business goals.
  • Act as Secretary to assigned councils and working groups, arranging engagement, speakers and meetings in a variety of forms.
  • Have the ability to coach and develop direct reports and collaborate with the wider team.
  • Have the ability to deliver to Budget.
  • Able to demonstrate Logistics UK's core values (Excellence, Dynamism, Togetherness, Reputation).

Requirements

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent.
  • Persuasive and articulate communication skills, both written, verbal and using presentations.
  • Ability and confidence to represent Logistics UK externally at the highest levels of government and with media.
  • Team player able to contribute to Logistics UK's wider policy, communications and commercial objectives.
  • Understanding of how public policy is developed and how to influence it.
  • Interest in logistics issues or a willingness to learn.
  • Be prepared to travel on a regular basis, as required to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.
  • Experience working on environmental and sustainability issues, particularly in transport.
  • Policy experience in a relevant business area, agency, trade association, government department or public body an advantage.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same – everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
  • Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
  • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
  • Enhanced Family Leave policy
  • Flexible and remote working arrangements
  • Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
  • Various learning and development opportunities
  • Range of pension schemes
  • Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
  • Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind

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