Government Relations - Specialist

Expleo UK LTD; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Government Relations Specialist to lead R&D projects and collaborate with partners for funding initiatives. This role involves strategic planning, project coordination, and effective communication. The ideal candidate has strong organisational skills, a background in project management, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position is based at the National Automotive Innovation Centre, offering hybrid work flexibility.

Benefits

Parking permit included for University-managed car parks

Hybrid working options available

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
• High-level organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication across internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate collaborative R&D projects across internal teams and external partners.
• Support strategic planning and execution of government-funded initiatives.
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones through effective planning.

Skills

Strong numeracy and attention to detail

High-level organisational and planning skills

Excellent communication across internal and external stakeholders

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Experience in business planning or project management

Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Education

A-Level / HND or equivalent and above

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Government Relations - Specialist

Contract Type: Inside IR35

Location: National Automotive Innovation Centre, University of Warwick

We are seeking a Government Relations Specialist to lead and support cross-functional, multi-stakeholder R&D projects. This role is pivotal in driving collaborative R&D strategy, planning, and delivery-working closely with industry and academic partners to leverage government funding and accelerate innovation.

You'll be based at the National Automotive Innovation Centre (NAIC) at the University of Warwick, with occasional travel to other sites and some flexibility for hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate collaborative R&D projects across internal teams and external partners
• Support strategic planning and execution of government-funded initiatives
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones through effective planning and coordination
• Prepare formal documentation to prescribed standards
• Manage confidential information in compliance with GDPR

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• High-level organisational and planning skills
• Excellent communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with enterprise systems (e.g. SAP)
• Experience in business planning or project management environments
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Desirable:

• Experience with government-funded R&D projects (e.g. Innovate UK, EU)
• Background in accountancy, audit, or regulated finance frameworks

Qualifications

• A-Level / HND or equivalent and above

Additional Information

• Role based at NAIC, University of Warwick
• Parking permit included for University-managed car parks
• Hybrid working options available
• Occasional travel to other sites may be required