b Overview /b p In this leadership role, you drive Future Biogas’s external affairs strategy to shape policy engagement and amplify the company’s voice with government, regulators, and key stakeholders. You will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership to build relationships that support growth and the energy transition. The role combines policy insight, communications, and business development to influence policy and opportunities across energy, agriculture and sustainability. You’ll lead a new function with autonomy and a clear impact on the company’s trajectory. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li competitive salary with performance-related bonus /li li excellent benefits package /li li hybrid working model /li li involvement with CEO and executive team /li li growth opportunities in a new leadership role /li li HQ in Guildford with new office in Surrey Research Park /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead external affairs and budget for the function /li li Enhance Future Biogas’s parliamentary profile and government stakeholder engagement /li li Identify and influence policy developments across government and regulators /li li Provide strategic advice on political and reputational issues with Policy and Comms teams /li li Support business development and growth through stakeholder engagement /li li Build and manage a small, high-performing team /li li Represent the company in cross-functional contexts to align external affairs with strategy /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Degree or equivalent experience in Public Affairs, Politics, Communications, Business or related discipline /li li Proven experience in public affairs, government relations or policy development in a related industry /li li Excellent influencing, communication and stakeholder management skills /li li Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking /li li Experience of leading and developing small, high-performing teams /li /ul ul li Relationship-building /li li Strategic thinking /li li Political awareness /li li Credibility with senior stakeholders /li li Proactive collaboration with cross-functional teams /li /ul
Head of External Affairs employer: Murray McIntosh Associates
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritises employee growth and well-being, offering a unique blend of project management and hands-on design engineering in the water sector. With a commitment to long-term stability through secured funding until 2030, employees benefit from a structured pathway to chartership, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work culture that values mentorship and collaboration. This role not only provides financial rewards but also the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on water and wastewater services across the South West.
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Murray McIntosh Associates Recruitment Team
