Head of Policy

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) Full time £56,650 - £66,950 per year

Aldersgate Group

London / Hybrid

£56,650 – £66,950 pa, dependent upon experience

Full Time

  • Permanent

The Group is looking to hire an outstanding Head of Policy to lead the development of the Group's policy positions to help accelerate climate and environmental action.
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to drive real impact on environmental thinking at the heart of Whitehall and Westminster. They will work as part of a supportive and engaged team, liaising closely with Aldersgate Group members. The successful candidate will be able to work across the Group's remit covering climate, energy and nature issues, but there is also flexibility for the right candidate to shape the role to play to their strengths.

The Head of Policy is responsible for overseeing the development of the Aldersgate Group's policy work. They will also contribute to the management of the Secretariat, support the organisation's mission and draw on the invaluable insights of members to drive change.

Job Description
Purpose of the role

The Secretariat team is 10 strong, with roles covering policy development, external affairs and operations. The Head of Policy will report to the Executive Director.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Head Of Policy Will

  • Have overall responsibility for developing, overseeing and maintaining a coherent policy work programme and pipeline of high-quality and evidence-based policy projects.
  • Identify key research and publication priorities in line with UK political and policy trends, and ensure member insights and priorities are captured across the Group's policy work.
  • Identify opportunities to work in partnership with other organisations, helping drive increased impact from the Aldersgate Group's work.
  • Work closely with the External Affairs team to identify and support opportunities to brief political, government and media stakeholders.
  • Build trusted relationships with influential stakeholders, including civil servants.
  • Act as a senior spokesperson, representing the Group at high-profile meetings, events and in the media.
  • Lead and manage the policy team (two staff), fostering a culture of collaboration, development and impact.
  • Work with the Executive Director to oversee the Group's work programme, and support other colleagues to deliver.

The Head of Policy will also provide support for organisational work, alongside other members of the Secretariat, including organising external workshops and events, managing relationships with members and dealing with internal and external information requests.

Find out more and apply.

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