The Policy and Public Affairs Advisor will support the Policy Director and work alongside the Policy and Public Affairs Officer on a number of key research projects and help to represent our client in communications with its members and stakeholders, including Government.

Accountabilities, responsibilities and main duties:

• Keep abreast of policy, legislative and media developments of relevance to HBF and its members
• Monitor Parliamentary activity and proactively identify opportunities to engage with policymakers
• Identify external events, consultations and initiatives to which our client might contribute, linked to our research, knowledge, publications, and policy positions
• Take the lead on the development and implementation of public affairs campaigns
• Assist with the development of credible policy positions that are informed through engagement with colleagues and members
• Develop responses to Government consultations on behalf of members
• Assist the Policy Director with the development of HBF’s Budget and Spending Review submissions
• Draft speeches, articles and presentations on behalf of senior members of HBF’s management team
• Use existing and original data sources to present concise and compelling information to influence stakeholders and provide information to HBF members
• Coordinate and take ownership of the production of briefings for a variety of audiences, including members and MPs
• Draft high-quality policy papers, reports and newsletters
• Ensure relevant policy and legislative updates are included in our Weekly News Summary for members

Skills and requirements:

• Ability to research and analyse complex policy areas
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Understanding of the role of a membership body
• Excellent communication skills
• Good attention to detail

For more info: https://www.michaelpage.co.uk/job-detail/policy-and-public-affairs-advisor-12mth-ftc/ref/jn-042021-2563243