Head of Trade Policy

Are you a policy professional with a passion for influencing government, driving change, and making a real impact on the UK's logistics sector? We are looking for a dynamic and strategic thinker to own and lead our Trade Policy theme as Head of Trade Policy at Logistics UK, one of the UK’s most influential business groups.

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

• As our Head of Trade Policy, you won’t just be following policy, you will be setting it. You will be at the heart of decision-making, steering national debates, influencing senior government figures, and representing our members at the highest levels.
• Lead the charge on trade and customs policy, devising forward-thinking strategies that support our members and shape national policy.
• Collaborate across the organisation, gathering insights and working alongside experts to deliver cohesive, compelling campaigns.
• Engage key decision-makers, from Whitehall officials to industry leaders, building influential relationships that drive results.
• Produce standout content, from consultation responses and media lines to event speeches and briefing documents.
• Be a voice of authority, both in the media and at major industry events.

This is a senior leadership role with line management responsibility for a team of talented policy professionals. You will coach, develop, and empower them while overseeing key councils and working groups to ensure member views are heard and represented.

A degree (or equivalent experience) with exceptional communication skills, persuasive, articulate, and confident in front of any audience. Proven ability to influence public policy, ideally with a background in trade or customs. A natural collaborator and team player, driven by Excellence, Dynamism, Togetherness, and Reputation – our core values. Experience in managing people and budgets, with a keen eye for strategic delivery. Flexibility to travel regularly for meetings and events.

Desirable but not essential

• Experience in transport, trade, customs, or a similar policy-heavy environment.
• A track record in shaping high-impact policy in business, government, or trade associations.

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