At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead policy delivery and engage with stakeholders to improve transport networks.
- Company: Join the Department for Transport, a key player in UK government.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to public service.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on carbon reduction and enhance your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience in complex policy areas required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Disability Confident: Yes
Closing Date: 27/06/2026
About this job
Can you collaborate with colleagues? Do you have experience of working with compliance in design and delivery? Are you a policy professional looking for a new role? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
The DfT is a high-profile department at the heart of UK government. We work with agencies and partners to support the transport network that helps businesses and gets people and goods travelling around the country. We plan and invest to make journeys better.
We are looking for a Policy professional to join our forward-thinking team. This role would suit an individual who is passionate about lowering carbon emissions and is looking to take their career to the next level and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supporting workplace.
Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays.
- Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
- Privilege day for the King’s birthday.
Policy:
An experienced policy professional with strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver strategy and outcomes. Experienced in complex policy areas involving commercial, political and regulatory considerations. Demonstrates effective engagement with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, operating confidently in complex environments.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery and publication of bus franchise guidance.
- Identify and assess options, risks, and impacts using data, stakeholder input, and scenario planning.
- Produce and manage realistic delivery plans that take into account ambiguity and changing priorities.
- Build consensus for the policy agenda and the delivery plans across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences, both orally and in writing.
- Provide line management support and empower line managers to develop the skills they need.
We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public.
Qualifications:
An experienced policy professional with strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver strategy and outcomes. Experience in complex policy areas involving commercial, political and regulatory considerations. Effective engagement with stakeholders in complex environments. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
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The Department for Transport (DfT) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where policy professionals can thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, flexible working options, and generous benefits including a substantial pension contribution and increasing annual leave, DfT fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the UK's transport network while enjoying a fulfilling career that prioritises work-life balance and professional development.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
