Public Policy Specialist in Wolverhampton

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a

Communications & Engagement Officer to join a well-established and influential organisation that works closely with businesses, stakeholders and decision-makers across the region.

Please note: this is not a traditional marketing, PR, social media or content creation role.

This position would suit candidates with experience in policy, stakeholder engagement, research, business representation, economic development, membership organisations, public sector organisations or government-related environments .

The successful candidate will play a key role in gathering insight from businesses and stakeholders, analysing policy developments and translating complex information into clear, engaging communications for a professional audience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining research, relationship building and communications to help influence positive outcomes for organisations and the wider business community.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse local, regional and national policy developments affecting organisations and employers.
• Translate complex policy, legislative and regulatory changes into clear, concise and engaging communications.
• Gather feedback, insight and intelligence from stakeholders to identify emerging trends, opportunities and challenges.
• Support the development of policy positions, briefing papers, reports and consultation responses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with businesses, stakeholders, local authorities, educational institutions and other key partners.
• Produce a range of written communications including articles, newsletters, briefings, reports and member updates.
• Support the delivery of events, forums, roundtables and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Conduct research and analyse findings to support organisational priorities and initiatives.
• Represent the organisation at meetings, networking events and engagement activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to deliver key projects and campaigns.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience within policy, stakeholder engagement, research, communications, economic development, business representation, membership organisations or similar environments.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible way.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Experience producing policy briefings, consultation responses, reports or research papers.
• Understanding of policy-making processes and the impact of legislative or regulatory changes on organisations and employers.
• Experience within a membership organisation, trade association, professional body, public sector organisation or business support environment.
• Knowledge of regional economic, business or employment issues.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work in a highly visible and influential role.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Varied role combining policy, research, stakeholder engagement and communications.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a genuine impact through meaningful engagement and policy-led activity.
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