Policy and Programme Manager

This role is a high-profile opportunity to lead strategic workstreams and policy initiatives at the heart of the UK's Financial Services sector. You will act as a subject matter expert and project lead, coordinating with diverse stakeholders to develop innovative skills solutions and influence government policy during a pivotal period of economic change.

Client Details

Our client is an independent, member-led body representing the UK's financial services sector on the critical issue of skills. They act as a central hub for collaboration, working with major firms, education providers, and the government to ensure the industry possesses the talent and expertise required to thrive in a rapidly evolving global market.

Description

• Manage and coordinate specific workstreams to deliver the organisation's business plan, providing high-quality advice to the Board, Chief Executive, and industry sponsors.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for complex workstreams, ensuring all initiatives are delivered to agreed deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Lead the organisation's policy work by drafting timely responses to Government consultations and aligning positions with major trade bodies and regulators.
• Establish and maintain a robust network of relationships across member firms, government departments (national and regional), and training providers.
• Act as a leading thinker on "future skills" and learning cultures, utilising data and intelligence to inform industry-wide positions.
• Create impactful content and communication programs to encourage the adoption of skills frameworks within member firms and across the wider sector.
• Support the senior leadership team in member retention and recruitment, while managing or mentoring junior policy and programme executives in a matrix environment.

Profile

• You possess a deep knowledge of the UK skills agenda, with a strong understanding of the wider HR and talent landscape (experience in Financial Services is highly desirable).
• You have a proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from inception to completion, using formal project management approaches.
• You are a persuasive speaker and writer, capable of drafting high-level policy papers and presenting confidently to senior business leaders and government figures.
• You excel at building collaborative relationships and have experience navigating the interface between private employers, government agencies, and educational bodies.
• You take full ownership of your portfolio, demonstrating the ability to drive work forward independently while maintaining high attention to detail.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £57,000 per annum.
• Fixed-term contract with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the professional services industry.