Government Affairs Manager

TN United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to join their Corporate Affairs team. This pivotal role involves managing policy development and influencing activities to support strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding writing skills and a deep understanding of the UK political landscape. You'll engage with stakeholders, produce clear communication, and help navigate the regulatory environment for international aviation. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses globally.

Qualifications

• Outstanding writing skills to translate complex concepts simply.
• Experience in public affairs from agency or government.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of IAG policy positions in the UK.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to develop group policies.

Skills

Public Affairs Influencing

Writing Skills

Knowledge of UK Political Institutions

Regulatory Environment Understanding

Job description

Ellwood Atfield is delighted to be partnering with International Airlines Group (IAG) to appoint a Government Affairs Manager. Formed in January 2011, IAG is the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Vueling, Aer Lingus, LEVEL, IAG Loyalty and IAG Cargo. IAG’s purpose is to connect people, businesses and countries. IAG connects more than 250 destinations globally, 115 million passengers each year as well as carrying valuable cargo to enable global trade.

The Government Affairs Manager will sit within the Corporate Affairs team and report into the Head of UK & International Affairs.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the development of individual IAG policy positions and related influencing activity in the UK to support Group strategic priorities.
• Managing aspects of IAG’s international affairs activities, helping IAG’s operating companies secure market access and address doing-business issues.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop group policy positions.
• Produce convincing and clear written material to further IAG’s policy influencing activity, including letters to political stakeholders and consultation responses.

Experience required

• Outstanding standard of writing, and ability to translate complex concepts in simple terms.
• Public affairs influencing experience gained in-house, from agency, in Parliament or government
• Detailed knowledge of UK political institutions and a thorough understanding of policy development and the legislative process
• Understanding of the regulatory environment for international aviation.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom