Senior Policy Leader - Land, Planning & Infrastructure

NFUonline; Stoneleigh; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 30 days

Annual company day

Health Cashplan

Health insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Performance-related pay

Pension and life assurance

Interest-free loans (cars, bikes, etc)

Employee Assistance program

Vehicle discounts

Office restaurant on-site

Free parking

Job summary

The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is seeking a Chief Adviser to lead the Land Management, Planning and Infrastructure Policy Team from its Stoneleigh HQ. The role includes directing policy development, engaging with government and industry, and shaping strategies that support farmers and rural businesses.

You will lead a skilled team of advisers and surveyors, driving evidence-based policy and influencing high-level decisions. The position offers agile working and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading policy development in rural land management, planning, or infrastructure.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to influence at government and industry levels.
• Ability to develop robust, evidence-based policy and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy development on land management, planning and infrastructure to shape farming policy.
• Direct a team of advisers and surveyors, delivering policy that supports NFU members.
• Influence decision-makers and stakeholders across government, industry, and local forums.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Rural land management

Planning & infrastructure

Public speaking

Team leadership

Job description

The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is seeking a Chief Adviser to lead the Land Management, Planning and Infrastructure Policy Team from its Stoneleigh HQ. The role includes directing policy development, engaging with government and industry, and shaping strategies that support farmers and rural businesses.

You will lead a skilled team of advisers and surveyors, driving evidence-based policy and influencing high-level decisions. The position offers agile working and a competitive package.