Senior Director of Public Affairs

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom British Business Bank Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Director of Public Affairs to lead our Public Affairs Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance the Bank's reputation and promote positive relationships with key stakeholders, including government and business leaders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of delivering tangible outcomes in a high-pressure environment and be a trusted adviser to the CEO, Chair, and senior leadership team. They will also have excellent knowledge of HMG, parliament, and the stakeholder landscape across the UK.

The role will involve leading the public affairs team, working closely with executives and the Board to protect, position, and promote the Bank's reputation, shape stakeholder and government perception, manage crisis communications, and champion the Bank's mission, impact, and values.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Developing and implementing strategies to enhance the Bank's reputation and promote positive relationships with key stakeholders
  • Leading the public affairs team and working closely with executives and the Board
  • Protecting, positioning, and promoting the Bank's reputation
  • Shaping stakeholder and government perception
  • Managing crisis communications
  • Championing the Bank's mission, impact, and values

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A strong track record of delivering tangible outcomes in a high-pressure environment
  • Excellent knowledge of HMG, parliament, and the stakeholder landscape across the UK
  • Experience of leading a public affairs team and working closely with executives and the Board
  • Strong political acumen and ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including 30 days annual leave, 15% employer pension contribution, flexible working, and cycle to work scheme.



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