Public Affairs & Innovation Policy Lead

Corehr; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Generous pension scheme

Leave in excess of baseline (annual)

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Season ticket loans

Active social, cultural and sports-clu

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a strategic and politically astute Public Affairs Manager to join the Innovation & Engagement team in Research Services. You will lead the development and delivery of a public affairs strategy that supports the University's ambition to shape innovation policy, build high-value partnerships, and enhance knowledge exchange activity with Equinox at the centre.

You will engage with policymakers and government officials, monitor developments, provide strategic

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs, policy engagement, government relations or related field.
• Ability to devise and implement public affairs strategies influencing policy outcomes.
• Understanding of the UK political landscape and policymaking processes.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the University's innovation priorities with regional and national stakeholders.
• Monitor political and regulatory developments and provide strategic advice.
• Lead preparation of briefings, consultation responses and evidence submissions.
• Build long-term relationships with external stakeholders to influence policy outcomes.

Skills

Public affairs

Policy engagement

Government relations

Job description

The University of Oxford is seeking a strategic and politically astute Public Affairs Manager to join the Innovation & Engagement team in Research Services. You will lead the development and delivery of a public affairs strategy that supports the University's ambition to shape innovation policy, build high-value partnerships, and enhance knowledge exchange activity with Equinox at the centre.

You will engage with policymakers and government officials, monitor developments, provide strategic