External Affairs Officer

The Hyde Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Award-winning flexible benefits

Job summary

The Hyde Group is seeking an External Affairs Officer to join our Communications team in London. The role combines in-office and remote work, envisaging two days in the office and three days remote, with a salary of up to £46,000 per year.

You will monitor political developments, translate complex policy into clear briefings, and support Hyde's engagement with government, regulators and external partners to ensure Hyde speaks with a strong, well-represented voice in the housing sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs, policy analysis or government relations.
• Ability to translate complex policy into clear briefings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience engaging with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor developments and provide clear briefings for senior leaders.
• Build relationships with government, MPs, councils and regulators.
• Coordinate responses to consultations and policy changes.
• Support Hyde's presence at political and housing events.
• Produce engaging content for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Public affairs

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Government relations

Strategic communications

Job description

External Affairs Officer

London Bridge (Head Office) - 2 days in office, 3 days remote working

Up to £46,000

Please note: Interviews will be face to face at our Park Street office in London Bridge.

Hyde is looking for an External Affairs Officer to join our Communications team.

As an External Affairs Officer at Hyde, you will support Hyde's engagement with local and national government, MPs, councils, regulators, trade bodies and other external partners, helping our voice to be heard on the issues that matter to our customers and communities.

You will monitor political, policy and regulatory developments that could affect Hyde or our customers. You will turn complex information into clear briefings and recommendations, helping senior leaders make informed decisions and ensuring Hyde is well represented across the housing sector.

Key Duties

• Monitor political, policy, legal and regulatory developments, producing clear briefings and recommendations for senior leaders.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with government, MPs, councils, regulators, trade bodies and other external partners.
• Coordinate Hyde's responses to consultations and policy changes, working with internal teams to establish clear organisational positions.
• Support Hyde's presence at political and housing-sector events, including conferences, stakeholder meetings, site visits and speaking opportunities.
• Produce engaging content for internal and external audiences, including presentations, briefings, commentary and campaign materials.

Why Join Hyde?

Hyde is part of the Hyde group, one of the UK's leading housing providers, managing and owning around 130,000 homes nationwide.

We're committed to building safe, sustainable communities where people can thrive.

With a strong social purpose, long-term investment plans and a focus on innovation, Hyde is a place where you can grow your career while making a real difference.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the centre of Hyde's external engagement, providing insight that influences decision-making and future plans.

You will work closely with senior leaders, communications colleagues and teams across the organisation, helping Hyde respond to political and policy developments and maintain a strong voice within the housing sector.

As an External Affairs Officer, we're seeking someone who can bring:

• Experience in public affairs, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, government relations or strategic communications.
• A strong understanding of political systems, policy development and the regulatory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing content for different audiences.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex information into practical recommendations.
• A collaborative and organised approach, with experience building external relationships and working confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of housing, public services or another regulated sector would be helpful, but it is not essential.

The Benefits of Joining Hyde

• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Life assurance
• Award-winning flexible benefits platform
• Support for learning and career development
• Hybrid working options available

Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to life at Hyde. We're committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to be themselves. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve, ensuring that different perspectives are represented in decision-making, service delivery and the way we shape our organisation. By fostering an environment where all voices are heard and valued, we can better understand the needs of our communities and deliver services that are fair, accessible and impactful.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we're committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.