Policy Manager for Drivers' Hours & Record Keeping and Working Time

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Bristol is seeking a candidate to lead the drafting and implementation of legislation while providing advice to stakeholders. The role offers flexibility and requires experience in interpreting legislation, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage priorities effectively. The position comes with substantial employer pension contributions, annual leave, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting Drivers' Hours & Record Keeping.
• Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences.
• Flexibility to manage conflicting demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the drafting and implementation of legislation.
• Provide advice to stakeholders and DfT officials.
• Review DVSA change proposals to evaluate impacts.

Skills

Interpreting legislation

Communication adaptability

Prioritization skills

Job description

Do you have experience interpreting Drivers' Hours & Record Keeping? Are you able to adapt your communication style to suit your audience? Can you effectively re-prioritise when conflicting demands arise? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday
• Flexible working options encouraging a great work-life balance.

Find out more about working at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency - Department for Transport Careers.

The purpose of this role is to lead and support the drafting, implementation, and review of legislation. The post holder will provide advice to stakeholders, Department for Transport (DfT) officials, and lawyers, including interpreting legislation underpinning DVSA's responsibilities. The role involves managing relationships within the DfT and across Government to ensure strategic alignment and maximize benefits. There will be line management responsibilities, and we support our line managers to develop their skills, fostering teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes.

This varied and challenging role requires adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to adjust priorities to maintain strategic direction. Responsibilities include:

1. Working with Service Managers and Product Managers, liaising with DVSA Enforcement.
2. Ensuring all relevant regulatory clearance processes are completed with DfT.
3. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to implement regulatory changes efficiently, managing expectations, and providing advice to senior stakeholders and service managers.
4. Reviewing DVSA change proposals to evaluate impacts on policy, legislation, enforcement, and fees.
5. Drafting requests for legal advice, optimizing the use of lawyers' time and resources.

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