Overview
An experienced Senior Executive Officer (SEO) Policy Officer role to shape policy on one of the UK Government's most high‑profile and sensitive programmes, within a fast‑moving, mission‑critical directorate at the heart of government.
Responsibilities
* Develop policy solutions to complex, sensitive, and often novel issues
* Produce high‑quality policy papers, ministerial submissions, and briefings
* Provide clear, concise advice to senior leaders and Ministers (written & oral)
* Manage a portfolio of policy work independently and at pace
* Build and maintain strong relationships across departments and Whitehall
* Support cross‑government collaboration and influence decision‑making
* Analyse complex information and translate it into actionable insights
* Contribute to legal and operational policy development
* Engage with senior stakeholders and leadership teams regularly
Requirements
* Strong background in central government policy roles
* Experience developing policy for sensitive or complex issues
* Proven track record of drafting policy papers and submissions
* Excellent communication skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders
* Ability to build relationships and influence across government
* Comfortable delivering high‑quality work at pace
* Ideal experience within security, defence, or international departments
* Candidates must already hold or be able to gain and maintain Security Clearance
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