At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop evidence-based strategies and policies to support council priorities.
- Company: Dynamic local government council focused on community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to engage with senior management and influence decision-making.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local governance and public affairs.
- Qualifications: Experience in policy development and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Knowledge and Experience
- Experience of strategy or policy development in central, local government, public body or think tank.
- Familiarity with the UK government structures and policy-making processes.
- Knowledge of the current financial and strategic challenges facing Lewisham and local government.
- Knowledge and experience of analysing and presenting data to senior management to enable effective decision making.
- Proven experience of proactively working on own initiative, under pressure to tight timescales, managing and prioritising workload.
- Excellent political awareness and experience of working within a political environment.
Support the development of evidence-based strategies and policies that enable delivery of the council’s priorities. Use research, insight and engagement to ensure policies are aligned, coherent and informed by best practice. Provide high-quality advice and analysis to senior officers and Members, contributing to emerging policy work and responding to national developments. Contribute to the design and delivery of the Council’s public affairs approach, including support for consultation responses and strategic engagement with regional and national stakeholders. Build strong working relationships across the council and with external partners, enabling collaboration, insight sharing and joined-up policy development.
Policy and Public Affairs in Catford employer: Deekay Technical Recruitment
Deekay Technical Recruitment is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture in Basford Green, where employees are empowered to drive transformational change. With a strong emphasis on professional development and continuous improvement, team members have access to various growth opportunities while working closely with diverse stakeholders to achieve impactful organisational goals. The company values employee well-being and offers a supportive environment that encourages innovation and best practices in HR.
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