Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsExciting opportunity to join a high profile Transport businessDevelop and deliver the Public Affairs StrategyAbout Our ClientOur client is a high profile Travel and Transport businessJob DescriptionPublic Affairs LeadDirect the company's public affairs strategy and policy agenda.Lead on key policy issues and legislative matters impacting the company.Achieve significant influence as a representative of the Business on policy in dealings with the UK Government, Parliament, high-ranking Civil Servants, lobby groups, think tanks, NGOs and industry groups.Influence the views of political stakeholders through proactive and reactive activities, so that their views are informed, accurate and positive. Respond to queries, co-ordinate responses and track opinion.Engage with external stakeholders and government bodies to shape policy decisions.Build relationships amongst local MP's, officials and special advisors / agents and draft responses to public policy proposals.Deputising for the Head of External Engagement and Policy on occasion.The Successful ApplicantA successful Public Affairs Lead should have:Exceptional working knowledge of Westminster and WhitehallDemonstrable experience within a Public Affairs roleStrong working background of dealing with governmental, Parliamentary and influential third-party audiences within the UK.Awareness of key developments in infrastructure & environment policy an advantageAn excellent command of written English, and ability to write professional letters, emails, engaging copy and formal reportsOutstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skillsWhat's on OfferPermanent or Interim opportunityCompetitive salary and benefits packageHybrid workingPublic Affairs LeadWest Sussex (Crawley)Transport and Rail ContactBrighde N-LuxmooreQuote job refJN-092024-6528203Phone number+44 207 269 2495Job summaryJob functionPolicySubsectorCommerce & IndustrySectorTransport & DistributionLocationCrawleyContract typePermanentConsultant nameBrighde N-LuxmooreConsultant phone+44 207 269 2495Job referenceJN-092024-6528203
