Senior Policy Advisor - Hydrogen UK

Talan Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy group seeks a Senior Policy Advisor to shape the future of hydrogen in the UK. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to influence policy, develop consultation responses, and represent the organization at industry events. This dynamic role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a robust benefits package including flexible working and healthcare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Profit-related bonus

Private Bupa healthcare

Matched pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate gym rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree level in relevant subject or equivalent experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of hydrogen solutions and their role in the energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Lead working groups to develop hydrogen policy positions.
• Shape and implement Hydrogen UK’s work plan alongside the CEO.
• Represent HUK at events, delivering presentations and building relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication and presentation skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of hydrogen solutions

Education

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Job description

Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment, and to enlighten and enable our clients’ transformation in an increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically.

Established in 2002 as Gemserv Limited, Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation. We are a B Corp, IIP Gold accredited and Great Place to Work accredited.

The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills, and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience, which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions.

No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working,g which we know our employees value.

Job Description

The Role

Do you want to take a key role in shaping the future of hydrogen in the UK?

Hydrogen UK is the largest hydrogen industry trade body operating in the UK and is at the heart of the debate on the role of hydrogen in the energy transition. Hydrogen UK has been instrumental in the development of the strategies and policy frameworks that will enable hydrogen to scale over the next decade.

We are looking to recruit a new Senior Policy Advisor. The role sits within a small, dynamic, and impactful team and reports to the CEO at Hydrogen UK. The successful applicant will be instrumental in working with our Membership, policy makers, and other external stakeholders to shape hydrogen policy by providing objective, evidence-based policy positions that influence how we think about hydrogen in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the HUK CEO and the Head of Policy to shape and implement Hydrogen UK’s ambitious work plan
• Leading working groups, working closely with members to develop policy positions, and identifying and overcoming challenges in the industry.
• Working with members and HUK’s team of policy and economic analysts to develop consultation responses, reports, and thought leadership.
• Representing HUK and its members at events and conferences, delivering presentations, and speaking on panels
• Building strong relationships with key decision makers across the industry, local and national government.

Location: London or Birmingham Office (hybrid working)

Salary Range: Competitive plus bonus and excellent benefits package

Qualifications

Requirements

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of member stakeholders.
• Knowledge of hydrogen solutions and technologies, and the role of hydrogen in the energy transition.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in line management is desirable.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills and confidence in liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including parliamentarians, civil servants, and industry leaders.

The role can be based in Birmingham or London. The role usually involves some UK travel with occasional overnight stays.

Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management Systems.

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Profit-related Bonus (discretionary)
Reward and recognition schemes
Flexible working
Private Bupa healthcare
Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary)
Matched pension contributions
Season Ticket Loan
Cycle to work scheme
Buy and Sell annual leave
Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts
Corporate gym rates
Employee Assistance Programme
Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly Social@77