Innovation & AI Policy Lead

Government Recruitment Service; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service in Birmingham is seeking an analytical policy professional for the role of Senior Executive Officer (SEO) for Innovation and AI Policy. This temporary, full-time position offers a salary of £44,913 to £53,230 per year in Birmingham.

The role leads horizon scanning, produces intelligence notes, and coordinates across government departments to shape Smart Data strategy and inform the SR28 process.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team's horizon scanning function, monitoring and synthesising developments in AI policy, the National Data Library, GDPR reform, digital twins, or fraud prevention.
• Producing regular, accessible intelligence notes and briefings for the G7 Innovation and G7 Strategy leads, drawing out clear implications for Smart Data strategy and delivery.
• Acting as the day-to-day link between the innovation and strategy workstreams, ensuring horizon scanning intelligence actively informs strategic planning and the SR28 process.
• Taking operational ownership of cross sector use cases, maintaining records, tracking progress and keeping the team informed.
• Supporting the G7 Innovation lead's engagement with Cabinet Office, Home Office and HMRC, preparing briefings and background material for senior meetings.

Job description

Government Recruitment Service in Birmingham is seeking an analytical policy professional for the role of Senior Executive Officer (SEO) for Innovation and AI Policy. This temporary, full-time position offers a salary of £44,913 to £53,230 per year in Birmingham.

The role leads horizon scanning, produces intelligence notes, and coordinates across government departments to shape Smart Data strategy and inform the SR28 process.