Northern Ireland Policy Lead

Are you driven by the opportunity to shape policy, influence decision makers and deliver meaningful change? Logistics UK is seeking a dynamic Policy Lead to take ownership of our work in Northern Ireland, championing the interests of our members and ensuring their voices are heard where it matters most.

In this high profile and highly influential role, you'll become the trusted expert across a broad portfolio of policy issues. You will lead thought leadership, build impactful relationships with government and key stakeholders, and help drive real change for one of the UK's most vital and fast moving sectors.

Why Join Logistics UK?

Joining us means being part of a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of the logistics industry. You will have the chance to network with key players, develop your expertise, and influence one of the most critical sectors in the UK.

Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.

An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Policy & Advocacy in Northern Ireland

• Take the lead on Logistics UK's policy and advocacy work in Northern Ireland, setting direction, identifying priority issues, and passionately championing the interests of our members.
• Develop deep subject matter expertise across a wide policy landscape, anticipating emerging trends and briefing colleagues to ensure joined up thinking across the organisation.

Shape Thinking & Influence Decision Makers

• Build and sustain influential relationships with senior government officials, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to shape policy development and inform decision making.
• Craft persuasive, evidence led policy positions and proposals that lead the debate and clearly reflect member insight and expertise.

Engage, Support & Represent Our Members

• Lead Logistics UK's Northern Ireland member meetings and working groups, creating a trusted forum for collaboration, constructive debate, and consensus building.
• Produce high quality reports, consultation responses, briefings and presentations that give powerful voice to our members across a range of audiences.

Be a Confident Public Voice

• Represent Logistics UK at events, conferences, and member meetings, communicating complex policy issues with clarity, authority and impact.
• Contribute insight and expertise to media messaging and wider public affairs activity, helping to enhance our profile and influence.

Collaborate to Drive Organisational Impact

• Provide expert policy support across directorates, ensuring consistency of messaging and alignment with wider organisational objectives.
• Play an active role in cross functional projects and business wide initiatives, contributing to Logistics UK's long term success.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a policy or public affairs environment.
• Relevant industry experience is desirable but not essential or the interest in logistics, transport, supply chains, or a willingness to develop your expertise.
• Degree educated in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong presentation and public speaking abilities.
• Confidence to represent the organisation externally at senior levels.
• A collaborative team player who contributes to broader policy, communications, and commercial objectives.
• Understanding of how public policy is developed and how to influence it effectively.
• Applicants must be based in Northern Ireland or willing to relocate prior to starting in the role.
• Willingness to travel across Northern Ireland and occasionally within the wider UK.

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same - everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
• Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced Family Leave policy
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
• Various learning and development opportunities
• Range of pension schemes
• Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
• Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind