Director, Policy & Economics

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A public affairs and communications agency in London is seeking a Director, Policy & Economics to develop policy strategies and engage with stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a strong background in policy development and economics, paired with exceptional analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £80,000-£110,000 annually and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Strong background in policy development, with private sector client experience.
• Understanding of economic principles applied in policy-making.
• Proven regulatory analysis experience and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive policy strategies.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of regulatory developments.
• Engage with stakeholders to represent the organisation's interests.
• Monitor the effectiveness of policies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in policy, economics, or a related field

Job description

About Our Client

My client is a public affairs/comms agency with a strong economics team producing evidence based research for clients. They are known for being experts in infrastructure, tech and FS.

Job Description

• Develop and implement comprehensive policy strategies aligned with industry standards and economic trends.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of regulatory developments and their potential impacts on the organisation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure policies are effectively communicated and integrated.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including industry bodies and regulators, to represent the organisation's interests.
• Provide expert advice on policy and economic matters to senior leadership and other departments.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented policies, making recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on policy and economic initiatives for internal and external audiences.
• Stay updated on global and local economic trends impacting the media and agency industry.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Director, Policy & Economics should have:

• A strong background in policy development, ideally with experience of selling to their work to private sector clients.
• A solid understanding of economic principles and their application in policy-making.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and regulatory analysis.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• A track record of successfully managing complex projects and initiatives.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification in policy, economics, or a related field.

What\'s on Offer

• A competitive salary of £80,000-£110,000 (FTE) per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.
• The chance to influence policy decisions within a leading organisation to help clients succeed.

If you are passionate about policy and economics and want to make an impact in a public affairs and comms, we encourage you to apply.