External Affairs Coordinator
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Manchester or London
Salary: Manchester £35,000 - £38,000 | London £36,000 - £39,500
Working arrangements: Hybrid, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office
Help shape how AQA engages with government, policymakers and the wider education sector.
This is an opportunity to work at the centre of AQA's influencing activity, helping to coordinate the work that informs education policy debates and supports better outcomes for learners. You'll work across policy, public affairs and communications, ensuring priorities stay on track, senior stakeholders remain informed and key projects are delivered effectively.
This role gives you the opportunity to develop your career in public affairs, policy and communications while contributing to work that influences important education debates and priorities.
Purpose of the role
The External Affairs team sits at the heart of AQA's influencing strategy. In this role, you'll help coordinate the activity that supports AQA's engagement with policymakers, education stakeholders and the wider sector. You'll maintain oversight of priorities across the team, ensuring projects, events, reports and engagement activities are planned effectively and delivered on time. You'll play a key role in supporting strategic planning, risk monitoring and reporting, while providing the coordination that enables the team to respond quickly to emerging policy developments and opportunities.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee the delivery of the External Affairs team's priorities, ensuring activity is aligned to strategic objectives and delivered effectively.
Support business planning, risk management and performance reporting, providing oversight of key workstreams and emerging priorities.
Supporting the Head of External Affairs with governance activity, strategic updates, business planning and cross-functional collaboration.
Monitoring policy developments and announcements, identifying areas where AQA may wish to engage or respond
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting AQA's influence across the education sector.
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External Affairs Coordinator in London employer: AQA
AQA is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, allowing you to make a significant impact in the field of copyright strategy. With a strong focus on employee growth, generous leave, and a robust pension scheme, AQA provides a supportive environment for professionals looking to advance their careers while balancing work and life. The hybrid working model further enhances flexibility, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic sector.
