External Affairs Officer

External Affairs Officer London Bridge Up to £46,000 Hyde is looking for an External Affairs Officer to play a crucial role in influencing public policy to achieve great outcomes for our customers. As an External Affairs Officer at Hyde, you will help protect and promote our reputation by monitoring political, policy, and regulatory developments that could impact us or our customers. You’ll play a key role in shaping Hyde’s response to external changes, strengthening relationships with local, regional and national stakeholders, working across government and with sector stakeholders, and ensuring our voice is heard across the housing industry. Key Duties * Support Hyde’s engagement with government, MPs, councils, and housing sector bodies to influence key issues. * Coordinate Hyde’s participation in public affairs activity, events, and strategic campaigns that promote our and our customers’ priorities. * Monitor and analyse political, policy, and regulatory developments, providing insight and briefings for senior leaders. * Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring consistent messaging and effective communication to make sure Hyde is seen and heard in the right places. * Support media activity and communications that promote Hyde’s priorities and messages. * Produce briefings, presentations, and communications for internal and external audiences. * Work as a key part of the wider Communications Team. Why Join Hyde? Hyde is part of the Hyde Group, one of the UK’s leading housing providers, managing and owning around 120,000 homes nationwide. We’re committed to building safe, sustainable communities where people can thrive. With a strong social purpose, long-term investment plans, and a focus on innovation, Hyde is a place where you can grow your career while making a real difference. As an External Affairs Officer, we’re seeking someone who can bring: * Proven experience in public affairs, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, or strategic communications. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * A proactive mindset and passion for making a positive impact in housing and public policy. * The ability to interpret complex information and translate it into actionable insights for senior leaders. The Benefits of Joining Hyde * Excellent pension scheme * Generous holiday allowance * Life assurance * Award-winning flexible benefits platform * Support for learning and career development * Hybrid working options available Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are at Hyde. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be their authentic selves. By embracing different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, we unlock innovation and reflect the diverse communities we serve. At Hyde, inclusivity isn’t a one-off initiative — it’s embedded in our culture and central to how we work every day. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified