At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead UK policy development and co-lead policy governance while managing a high-performing team.
- Company: National Grid is focused on influencing key stakeholders in the energy sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a salary of £74,000 to £91,000, plus performance bonuses and private medical cover.
- Other info: The position is based in London with hybrid working options available.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to shape UK energy policy at a senior level.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have a deep understanding of UK energy policy and proven experience with senior stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 74000 - 74000 £ per year.
The Senior Policy Manager will lead on UK policy development, collaborating with colleagues across the business.
What you’ll do:
- Co‑leading policy governance, tracking delivery and outcomes
- Anticipating and analysing emerging policy trends and their business impact
- Providing expert advice to senior leaders, including Executive and Board-level input
- Leading responses to Government consultations, legislation, and parliamentary inquiries
- Creating compelling policy narratives, papers, and thought leadership
- Building and maintaining strong relationships across government, industry, and academia
- Supporting high‑profile advocacy campaigns and messaging strategies
- Leading and developing a small, high‑performing team
About you:
You’re a strategic thinker and confident influencer, with the ability to operate at pace and at senior levels. You’ll bring:
- Deep understanding of UK energy policy and the political landscape
- A strong track record of shaping and influencing policy outcomes
- Exceptional communication skills - able to bring complex issues to life
- Proven experience managing senior stakeholders internally and externally
- The ability to navigate complexity and prioritise in a fast‑moving environment
- Strong commercial awareness and business insight
- Experience leading and developing people
What’s in it for you:
Salary £74,000 p.a. to £91,000 p.a. depending on experience. Benefits include performance‑based bonus and annual salary reviews, generous pension scheme with significant employer contribution, private medical cover and access to wellbeing support programmes, flexible and hybrid working to suit your lifestyle, family‑friendly policies and support, and career development and learning opportunities across a global organisation.
The closing date for this position is Friday 26th June – please ensure we have received your application by this date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process. Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points‑based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points‑based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.
UK Policy Senior Manager employer: National Grid
National Grid, located in London, offers generous benefits including a significant pension contribution and flexible working arrangements. The Public Affairs and Policy team plays a crucial role in shaping energy policy and engaging with influential stakeholders.
