Senior Land Policy & External Engagement Lead

National Grid Plc; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

28 days annual leave

Annual performance bonus up to 30%

Pension scheme with up to 12% employer

Support for professional subscriptions

Flexible benefits including share plan

Family care benefits (backup care)

Health and wellbeing apps

Job summary

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure is seeking a Technical Land Manager to lead external stakeholder and industry engagement across the UK. You will build influential relationships, shape land policy and represent the company in consultations and industry forums, ensuring a credible voice on land and infrastructure delivery.

The role involves horizon scanning across legislation, leading the Land Industry Engagement Strategy, and advising senior leaders on policy and stakeholder risks to

Qualifications

• Significant experience in external stakeholder engagement within land, property, infrastructure or regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of land rights acquisition, compulsory purchase, planning and major infrastructure delivery.
• Experience building influential relationships with government departments, regulators and industry bodies.
• Credibility, judgement and confidence to represent an organisation externally and influence senior stakeholders on complex issues.
• Experience of influencing policy or contributing to industry guidance, forums or working groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex policy into clear advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with government departments, professional bodies and major land stakeholders.
• Represent National Grid at industry forums, conferences and consultations.
• Shape policy positions and responses to government consultations and industry reviews.
• Develop and deliver the Land Industry Engagement Strategy and enhance National Grid's external profile.

Job description

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure is seeking a Technical Land Manager to lead external stakeholder and industry engagement across the UK. You will build influential relationships, shape land policy and represent the company in consultations and industry forums, ensuring a credible voice on land and infrastructure delivery.

The role involves horizon scanning across legislation, leading the Land Industry Engagement Strategy, and advising senior leaders on policy and stakeholder risks to