We have a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Public Affairs Advisor to play a leading role in delivering engagement activities with political stakeholders, providing advice and developing policy that helps the company meet its strategic objectives.
You will be responsible for maintaining relationships with and resolving queries from stakeholders in Westminster, Whitehall, and City Hall, including officials, MPs, Peers, and Assembly Members. You will provide intelligence, advice, briefings, and political insights. A key element of this role will be developing policy and campaigns that align with the company’s communications strategy and strategic objectives.
What you will be doing as Senior Public Affairs Advisor
1. Campaigns: In partnership with colleagues across the business, help prepare carefully targeted engagement plans to advance the company’s positions.
2. Relationship management: Build strong relationships with influential stakeholders, improving the company’s reputation and its ability to influence policy and legislation. Represent the company in discussions with key stakeholders. Resolve stakeholder queries, including enquiries from MPs.
3. Policy development: Develop impactful policy proposals that support corporate priorities. Work with colleagues to respond to consultations and understand the impact of legislation and government policy proposals. Develop a body of evidence and data to ensure that the needs for policy changes are well evidenced.
4. Supporting Senior Business Leaders: Provide timely and accurate briefings for colleagues, including directors and senior leaders, and support senior meetings with external stakeholders. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues across the business, acting as an advocate for stakeholders’ interests.
5. Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor, analyze, and communicate intelligence on legislative, policy, and political developments.
What you should bring to the role
Essential:
* Experience of engaging political stakeholders, particularly MPs and civil servants.
* Skilled in advising and briefing colleagues on Parliamentary and political developments and their implications.
* Thorough understanding of Westminster and Parliamentary processes, the workings of MPs' offices and their staff, and the role of Government departments, as well as the wider political environment.
* Experience of working on successful campaigns and/or policy development, securing political support, and/or changes in approach.
* A skilled written communicator, able to work in different styles for different channels and audiences.
* Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, and a readiness and ability to challenge accepted views.
* Capable of working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from different disciplines and at all levels.
Desirable:
* Operating in a high-profile and contentious political, media, and regulatory landscape.
* Experience working in or with a water company or in a comparable field, such as another utility.
* Wider corporate experience in related fields, such as media relations or digital.
What’s in it for you?
Join a company that offers a rewarding career path, allowing individuals to reach their full potential:
* Competitive salary from £36,320 - £46,320 per annum depending on experience.
* Annual leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% (2x employee contribution).
* Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
* Access to benefits supporting health, well-being, and finances, including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future by helping our communities, people, and the planet thrive. We’re committed to making a difference and need passionate, skilled individuals to join us.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water offers a unique, rewarding, and diverse workplace where every day makes a difference. We provide fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working, and excellent benefits.
Whether in call centres or science labs, we seek passionate people eager to improve. If you want a sustainable career that impacts millions and protects water for future generations, join us.
We promote diversity and inclusion, removing barriers to success. Support is available throughout the recruitment process. We also offer opportunities to support our customers directly during crises, with full training provided.
Note: Due to high application volumes, the advert may close early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.
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