Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisor - Government | SC Cleared
Rate: £300-£450/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Location: Manchester, Bristol or London (candidate choice)
Hybrid: 1 day per week onsite + flexibility to travel to London approximately once per month
Clearance: Active or transferable SC Clearance required due to project urgency
Were recruiting multiple Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisors to support high-profile government programmes. These positions combine strategy, analysis, stakeholder engagement and policy development, working across complex public sector environments. This is not a purely policy-focused role.
Were seeking individuals who thrive in ambiguity, enjoy solving complex problems, can work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
We Are Looking For Candidates From One Of The Following Backgrounds:
Profile 1: Government, Policy Digital Product/Services - Discovery
- Central Government, Local Government or cross-government experience
- Strategy and policy development
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
- Experience working within digital, service design or transformation programmes
- Exposure to live products or service environments
- Discovery phase experience
- Ability to bridge policy, delivery and operational teams
Profile 2: Local Government, Commercial Analytical
- Local Government or wider public sector experience
- Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
- Strategy development and evidence-based decision making
- Commercial, finance, payments or transaction-based experience
- Understanding of Managing Public Money and/or The Green Book
- Knowledge of commercial policies, governance or relevant legislation
- Experience shaping recommendations through data, research and insight
Essential Skills
- Government experience (Central and/or Local Government)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to work through ambiguity and uncertainty
- Experience developing strategic recommendations
- Comfortable working within multidisciplinary teams
- Self-starter able to work autonomously and at pace
- Strong written communication and presentation skills
Application Deadline - Close of Business Thu 29th October
SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
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Strategy, Policy Engagement Advisor - Government | SC Cleared in Manchester employer: SmartSourcing Ltd
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