Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager

Overview

Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager role at TieTalent, partnering with a UK skills charity for engineering and manufacturing. The organisation invests over £2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector, particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. This is a brand-new, pivotal appointment to lead and build an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, shaping the UK''s industrial skills landscape.The successful candidate will join a growing policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus will be the launch of the National Policy Centre, a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the SME market.The Role

The Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager will lead and develop a growing policy team and play a central role in shaping and delivering the policy and advocacy strategy. They will spearhead the work of the National Policy Centre and drive engagement across government, industry, and the education sector. Reporting to the Associate Director Charity Operations and Impact, the Senior Manager will serve as a strategic adviser to the executive team and Board, ensuring the organisation remains a trusted, evidence-led voice in national and devolved policy conversations.Key responsibilities

Lead a high-performing policy team to produce high-quality, timely policy insights and responses.Develop and execute an integrated public affairs strategy to position the organisation as a go-to expert for engineering and manufacturing skills issues.Build and maintain strong relationships with Ministers, parliamentarians, senior civil servants, policy makers, and key stakeholders.Represent the organisation at senior-level forums, parliamentary events, and policy roundtables.Oversee the production of policy publications, research reports, and media briefings aligned with the charity''s mission.Provide strategic advice on policy trends, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders and governance structures.Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in team leadership, a strategic mindset, political acumen, and demonstrable experience influencing policy in a complex stakeholder environment. They will also possess:A Bachelor''s degree as a minimum, or equivalent qualificationSubstantial experience leading policy and public affairs functions, ideally within or closely aligned to the skills, education, or industrial sectorsA deep understanding of government frameworks and policy-making across the UK''s four nationsExceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levelsA passion for creating systemic change and promoting inclusive access to skills and employmentProven experience managing and developing high-performing teamsWhy Join

Play a central role in shaping policy strategy and direction, with the opportunity to design and lead the agenda.Influence key policy agendas shaping the UK''s industrial future.Lead on cross-sectoral issues that support business growth and social equity.Work in a values-driven, collaborative, and ambitious team.Contribute to improving access to skills and employment across the country.Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture with commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.Application details

Application deadline: 23:59, Monday 25th August. Please apply with a copy of your CV and a brief summary demonstrating motivation and suitability for the role.Full right to work in the UK is required. Sponsorship cannot be offered, and relocation support isn''t available. The client operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings quarterly and some UK-wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement.Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.Our client operates as a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy with over 20 years of experience across ..... full job details .....