Senior Public Affairs Manager - Hybrid - London, UK

EDF Energy; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Senior Public Affairs Manager to lead public affairs strategies and engagement with political stakeholders. This hybrid role will involve both home working and presence in the office, providing the opportunity to influence policies on key energy issues. The ideal candidate will have extensive public affairs experience, strong political networks, and proven success in managing high-profile programs. A starting salary of £65,000 is offered, along with competitive benefits and a commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Customisable benefits

Discounted gym membership

Electric vehicle leasing

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-profile stakeholder programmes.
• Energy sector knowledge is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead EDF's public affairs strategy and engagement programmes.
• Build relationships with MPs and key stakeholders.
• Advise senior leaders on political issues.
• Manage parliamentary lobbying campaigns.
• Oversee external agencies and manage two Public Affairs Officers.

Skills

Extensive public affairs experience

Strong political networks

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Line management experience

Job description

As Senior Public Affairs Manager, you'll lead engagement with political and industry stakeholders to help deliver An Electric Britain. You'll develop and manage public affairs strategies that support our business objectives and influence policy on nuclear, energy supply, and zero carbon homes.

This hybrid role combines home working with generally a few days a week in our London office, plus flexibility to attend meetings as needed. Salary starts from £65,000 depending on experience.

Who You Are

• Extensive public affairs experience and strong political networks
• Proven success in managing high‑profile stakeholder programmes
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
• Line management experience
• Energy sector experience is helpful but not essential

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading EDF's public affairs strategy and engagement programmes
• Building relationships with MPs and key stakeholders
• Advising senior leaders on political issues and risks
• Managing parliamentary lobbying campaigns and events
• Overseeing external agencies and line managing two Public Affairs Officers

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Starting salary from £65,000, with a market‑leading pension scheme and customisable benefits including electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, and more.

At EDF, we believe success has many definitions. That's why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that's unique to you. Success is Personal – it's your journey, powered by us.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we're committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we'll support applicants requiring adjustments.

Closing date:

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