Government Relations Manager

Michael Page (UK); Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a Government Affairs Manager based in London to enhance its brand and engage with key stakeholders in government and energy policy. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the UK energy industry and a strong record in advocacy strategies. This is a permanent position with a competitive salary ranging from £76,600 to £96,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Permanent position with growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience working at senior level in UK energy industry.
• Significant experience in government relations or regulatory function.
• Proven analytical ability on complex policy and regulatory topics.

Responsibilities

• Protect and enhance the brand as a credible investor.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze developments in UK energy policy.

Skills

Government relations

Public affairs

Energy policy

Strategic communication

Analytical ability

Job description

Overview

Government Affairs Manager (UK & sole counsel) for an energy business

Government relations, public affairs, energy policy, generation, renewables

About Our Client

Large energy business.

Job Description

I am recruiting for a Government Affairs Manager (UK & sole counsel) for an energy business in London. You will:

• Protect and enhance the brand as a credible investor and operator in the market.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including decision makers in governmental and regulatory bodies as well as influencers and Trade Associations.
• Be an advocate by engaging with working groups, industry committees, advisory panels and with energy policy decision-making authorities.
• Communicate strategy and its context to relevant decision makers and influencers.
• Monitor and analyse developments in the UK energy policy and energy markets.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure the business is prepared to address emerging issues and opportunities in the market.
• Identify policy issues that affect the business assets, and future expansion strategy for the UK and work with colleagues across the business to determine business preferred outcome on relevant policy topics.

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years' experience working at senior level in UK energy industry
• Significant experience and expertise in a government relations or regulatory function, preferably within the generation sector.
• Proven analytical ability specifically for working with complex arguments on policy and regulatory topics.
• Demonstrate ability to contribute to corporate Strategic and Policy objectives in GB.
• Proven record of developing and communicating effective advocacy strategies.
• Strong communication skills with strong emotional intelligence.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary package, ranging from £76,600-£96,000 PA DOE
• Permanent position based in London 2 days per week with opportunities for professional growth.
• Supportive and innovative company culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package.