Deputy Head of Government Affairs and Strategy - UK & Ireland
Company:
Boeing United Kingdom Limited
Boeing is seeking a strategic, commercially-minded influencer to join our UK & Ireland Government Affairs & Strategy team, based in Westminster, London. This role combines stakeholder engagement, industrial policy leadership, and market-shaping initiatives to strengthen Boeing’s position as a trusted partner in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and innovation across the UK.
Working closely with senior leaders across Boeing’s businesses, you will translate political, policy, and market developments into strategies that support investment, innovation, and competitiveness, shaping the external political and policy environment accordingly.
Key Responsibilities
1. Through advocacy, shape UK industrial strategy, trade, and market access initiatives that enable growth in aerospace and related sectors.
2. Lead national and engagement with governments, industry, academia, and trade bodies to drive growth in skills, manufacturing, and technology capability.
3. Develop and manage innovation partnerships with the Aerospace Technology Institute, universities, and research other organisations.
4. Provide counsel on UK political, economic, and industrial developments, advising on business implications and strategic opportunities.
5. Represent Boeing at high-profile political, industry, and trade events, positioning the company as an industry leader and valued partner.
6. Collaborate across Boeing’s business units to align policy engagement with corporate strategy and commercial objectives.
7. Step in for and support teams mates covering the full range of Boeing public policy issues, including defence and space.
What We Are Looking For
8. Proven ability to operate at the intersection of business strategy, government policy, and stakeholder engagement.
9. Strong understanding structures and machinations of UK Government and devolved administrations.
10. Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or related sectors is an advantage
11. Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills
12. Strong organisation and programme management skills
13. Political and commercial acumen, with the ability to anticipate risks and identify growth opportunities
This job will require regular evening work (e.g. attending events and receptions), occasional weekend work (e.g. air shows); regular UK & Ireland travel (e.g. to Northern Ireland), and occasional international travel (e.g. to Seattle, Brussels or Washington DC).
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
14. Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
15. Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
16. Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
17. An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
18. Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
19. 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
20. Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
21. Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
22. Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
23. Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
24. 6x annual salary life insurance
25. Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
26. Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)