Band 2 Policy Business Partner

Office for Nuclear Regulation; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A government regulatory body in Liverpool is seeking a Band 2 Policy Business Partner to provide strategic policy advice and guidance. The role requires robust communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively. Candidates should possess regulatory expertise and the ability to navigate complex policy landscapes. This position offers a competitive salary up to £70,737 with additional benefits and a commitment to inclusion.

Benefits

Civil Service Pension

Inclusion initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to provide strategic analysis on complex policy issues and implement solutions.
• Excellent team working and coordination skills.
• Exceptional experience in leading policy development and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy advice across ONR’s Regulatory Directorate.
• Engage with key government departments and regulators.
• Draft briefings and papers for senior leadership.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Excellent drafting skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

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Office for Nuclear Regulation

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Liverpool, United Kingdom

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01.08.2025

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15.09.2025

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Band 2 Policy Business Partner

Job category Policy & Communications Contract type Permanent Security clearance The successful candidate must hold or can achieve and retain National Security Vetting clearance at SC level. Pay band Band 2 Specialism Support Salary £61,222 up to £70,737 plus an additional £4,194 London Weighting allowance (if applicable) with a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Closing Date 11/08/2025 Ref No 100292 Documents

Band 2 Policy Business Partner

Job category Policy & Communications Contract type Permanent Security clearance The successful candidate must hold or can achieve and retain National Security Vetting clearance at SC level. Pay band Band 2 Specialism Support Salary £61,222 up to £70,737 plus an additional £4,194 London Weighting allowance (if applicable) with a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Closing Date 11/08/2025 Ref No 100292 Documents

Band 2 Policy Business Partner
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Job Description

Job purpose

As part of its 2025 strategy ONR is committed to being a modern and transparent regulator, delivering trusted outcomes and value. We are making substantial investments in new digital technologies and skills to enhance our regulatory processes and management of information.

The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is looking for a senior policy advisor to provide strategic policy advice, insight and guidance to ensure we have a fit for purpose regulatory policy framework as an effective and efficient regulator, holding the industry to account on behalf of the public.

About The Role

This is a fast-paced and dynamic role, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on challenge, and is excited by the opportunity to work on a complex strategic portfolio. This role requires a proactive adaptable individual with the knowledge and skills to lead provision of policy advice within ONR and externally with government and other regulators. The person engaged will work as an integral member of the ONR Strategy and Corporate Affairs Directorate reporting to ONR’s Head of Policy.

Principal responsibilities

The successful candidate will need to combine a high level of regulatory or similar technical policy expertise with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Specifically, the individual will:

Providing robust policy advice and guidance across ONR’s Regulatory Directorate to deliver government policy, including stakeholder and parliamentary engagement where necessary.

Providing interpretation on internal and external policy matters of strategic importance, including horizon scanning, to inform ONR’s planning assumptions, prioritisation and engagement activities.

Identify and advise on changes to legislation or government policy and regulatory reform, leading on ONRs responses to relevant consultations

Regular engagement with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and Ministry of Defence on nuclear and other departments and regulators as appropriate

Oversee voluntary and statutory reporting in line with government regulatory policy

Produce briefing and papers for ONRs Board and senior team as required.

Work closely with the other ONR Policy Business Partners and undertake any other reasonable task to support the policy team as requested.

Role model ONR’s values of Supportive, Fair, Open Minded, and Accountable and in a manner which promotes diversity and inclusion.

Line Management responsibilities

None currently, however, at this level there could be an expectation to manage staff in the future.

Work with Us

Our colleagues are from all walks of life with varied personal experiences and career journeys into ONR. We want the best people for our roles. As an inclusive employer we value individuals’ contributions, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion, or belief. Our values ‘supportive, open-minded, fair and accountable’ are central to this. We invest in our people to build capability, resilience, and promote wellbeing in our great teams, underpinned by our inherent focus on inclusion and excellence.

Person Specification

Inclusion

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We will consider reasonable adjustments to ensure the recruitment process is inclusive and barrier-free. Please contact[emailprotected] or [emailprotected] to discuss further.

We will also offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for applicants who opt into the guaranteed interview scheme.

We recognise we have a role to play in helping those leaving the Armed Forces and have a Veterans guaranteed interview scheme. We offer an interview to Veterans who meet the minimum criteria for applicants who opt into the scheme. Please see eligibility criteria below.

served for at least one year in His Majesty's Armed Forces (as a Regular or Reserve).

be in transition from, or ceased to be a member of, His Majesty’s Armed Forces.

not already be employed by ONR.

Essential job-related expertise

Substantive, exceptional policy competency with the ability to provide strategic analysis of complex policy issues and implement pragmatic solutions.

Proven excellent team working and coordination skills and proven ability in building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

A willingness to work within diverse and multidisciplinary teams using your exceptional experience to lead policy development and delivery.

Excellent drafting skills, with a proven track record of briefing senior leaders and managers in written and oral communications. Presenting complex issues clearly.

Sound political judgment and be a flexible and agile thinker who is able to gain the confidence of senior staff up to an including Board members. Highly organised and able to manage a broad portfolio of activities whilst delivering high quality work at pace.

Desirable experience

Familiarity with or understanding of the key issues within the nuclear industry and of regulatory bodies.

Excellent knowledge of UK parliamentary and government processes

Experience of developing and implementing regulatory policy

presentation techniques.