Senior Policy Advisor

5 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 an employer contribution of £11,257 towards your pension. You will also receive a minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30. In addition, you will have access to a range of learning and professional development opportunities, as well as a culture of flexible working, including job sharing, homeworking, and compressed hours.

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