Government Strategy Engagement Advisor | SC Cleared
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Contract
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Public Sector Jobs
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Job Description
Government Strategy Engagement Advisor/Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisor - Government | SC Cleared
Rate: £300-£450/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Location: Manchester, Bristol or London (candidate choice)
Hybrid: 1 day per week onsite + flexibility to travel to London approximately once per month
Clearance: Active or transferable SC Clearance required due to project urgency
Were recruiting multiple Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisors to support high-profile government programmes. These positions combine strategy, analysis, stakeholder engagement and policy development, working across complex public sector environments. This is not a purely policy-focused role.
Were seeking individuals who thrive in ambiguity, enjoy solving complex problems, can work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
We Are Looking For Candidates From One Of The Following Backgrounds:
Profile 1: Government, Policy Digital Product/Services - Discovery
Central Government, Local Government or cross-government experience
Strategy and policy development
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Experience working within digital, service design or transformation programmes
Exposure to live products or service environments
Discovery phase experience
Ability to bridge policy, delivery and operational teams
Profile 2: Local Government, Commercial Analytical
Local Government or wider public sector experience
Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Strategy development and evidence-based decision making
Commercial, finance, payments or transaction-based experience
Understanding of Managing Public Money and/or The Green Book
Knowledge of commercial policies, governance or relevant legislation
Experience shaping recommendations through data, research and insight
Essential Skills
Government experience (Central and/or Local Government)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to work through ambiguity and uncertainty
Experience developing strategic recommendations
Comfortable working within multidisciplinary teams
Self-starter able to work autonomously and at pace
Strong written communication and presentation skills
Application Deadline - Close of Business Thu 29th October
Rate: £300-£450/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Location: Manchester, Bristol or London (candidate choice)
Hybrid: 1 day per week onsite + flexibility to travel to London approximately once per month
Clearance: Active or transferable SC Clearance required due to project urgency
Were recruiting multiple Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisors to support high-profile government programmes. These positions combine strategy, analysis, stakeholder engagement and policy development, working across complex public sector environments. This is not a purely policy-focused role.
Were seeking individuals who thrive in ambiguity, enjoy solving complex problems, can work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
We Are Looking For Candidates From One Of The Following Backgrounds:
Profile 1: Government, Policy Digital Product/Services - Discovery
Central Government, Local Government or cross-government experience
Strategy and policy development
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Experience working within digital, service design or transformation programmes
Exposure to live products or service environments
Discovery phase experience
Ability to bridge policy, delivery and operational teams
Profile 2: Local Government, Commercial Analytical
Local Government or wider public sector experience
Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Strategy development and evidence-based decision making
Commercial, finance, payments or transaction-based experience
Understanding of Managing Public Money and/or The Green Book
Knowledge of commercial policies, governance or relevant legislation
Experience shaping recommendations through data, research and insight
Essential Skills
Government experience (Central and/or Local Government)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to work through ambiguity and uncertainty
Experience developing strategic recommendations
Comfortable working within multidisciplinary teams
Self-starter able to work autonomously and at pace
Strong written communication and presentation skills
Application Deadline - Close of Business Thu 29th October
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