Government Relations Manager

Bentley Motors Ltd; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury automotive manufacturer is seeking a Government Relations Manager to lead policy advocacy and government relations efforts. This pivotal role within Bentley Motors aims to align strategic objectives with legislative developments, fostering strong stakeholder connections and championing sustainable practices. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Bentley's electrification and sustainability ambitions within a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

35 days annual leave

Progression pathways and study support

Discounted car lease options

Health and life assurance benefits

Annual salary reviews

Contributory pension scheme

Access to health and well-being resources

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of UK political process and automotive policy.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work across multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage Bentley's policy and government relations activity.
• Develop external policy positions on sustainability and trade.
• Monitor UK and European policy developments.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Policy analysis

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Solutions-oriented

Job description

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Function: Chief Executive - Strategy

Contract: Full time - Permanent
Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL with flexible hybrid working

Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley's history.

Purpose of the Role

Join the Chief Executive and Strategy team as a Government Relations Manager, where you'll manage Bentley's policy and government relations activity, and play a pivotal role in driving the company's advocacy efforts in support of our strategic objectives and Beyond100+ sustainability ambitions. Reporting into the Director of Government Relations and Sustainable Luxury, your main responsibilities include:

• Developing external policy positions on topics, including trade, sustainability, investment and skills.
• Monitoring and analysing UK, regional, and European policy developments, and providing actionable insight to the business.
• Managing and chairing the cross-functional Automotive Technical Legislation Alignment Session (ATLAS).
• Collaborating with many internal teams to align government affairs strategies with business objectives.
• Managing external stakeholder mapping and analysis.
• Managing agency relationships to create materials and enhance Bentley's government relations insights.
• Managing VIP visits and key external events.
• Preparing and delivering presentations, reports, and other communications to internal and external audiences.

About the Team

The Government Relations and Sustainable Luxury team is at the heart of Bentley's engagement with political stakeholders and policy makers, ensuring that our strategy aligns with the fast-evolving regulatory and political landscape. We work cross-functionally to support all business areas, helping shape the environment in which Bentley operates. We play a critical role in delivering Bentley's Beyond100+ vision, advocating for a sustainable, innovative, and competitive future. Joining our team means contributing to a company that blends heritage and forward-thinking in an exciting and fast-paced environment.

About you - Skills and Experience

• Extensive knowledge of the UK political process and landscape, with experience of analysing policy development and its impact.
• Strong understanding of automotive policy and legislation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience representing organisations in external settings.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and functions, prioritising effectively and delivering aligned policy outcomes.
• Competence in creating external policy materials, presentations and speeches.
• Managing agency relationships.
• Self starter with ability to work independently and as part of a great team - strong interpersonal skills.
• Solutions orientated.

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• 35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays
• Progression pathways and programmes, mentoring, and study support opportunities available
• Optional car lease scheme with discounted access to brand new VW Group cars (VW, SEAT, ŠKODA, Audi) up to every six months
• Health and life assurance benefits providing up to five times annual salary
• Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme - you put in 6%, we put in 10%
• Access to a wide range of resources to support your health and well-being including an online GP, the choice to join BUPA health plans, a mental health counsellor, and onsite physio
• Paid volunteering days dedicated to community giving

The Bentley Campus

Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops, and Legends gym.

#BelongingAtBentley

Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Beyond100+

Bentley's bold vision to redefine the benchmark for performance and luxury in a sustainable future. It represents the complete reinvention of our product range as we embrace electrification and accelerate our journey to net zero. Designed, developed, and built at our headquarters in Crewe, our models will offer ever evolving experiences that blend artistry, innovation, and sustainability. Join us as we advance the boundaries of excellence.

Closing date: 1 July 2025