Government Affairs Specialist – Defence (18 months FTC)
Company:
Boeing United Kingdom Limited
Introduction:
Boeingislooking for aDeputy Head ofGovernment Affairs,Defenceto be based inWestminster, London.
Boeing’s UK & Ireland Government Affairs team’sfunction is to understand andshapepublic policy and the political landscape in UK and Ireland. Working closely with colleagues in the EU and internationally, the team coversa very largeportfolio of policy issues of significant importance to Boeing, across Boeing’s business divisions (including commercial,defenceand services) including but not limited to:
1. Defence, Security and Space.
2. Aviation and Aerospace industry.
3. Environment and sustainability.
4. Trade.
5. Party Politics.
While the applicant will be expected to support and be familiar with all the issues in the UK & Ireland Government Affairs portfolio,this role will naturally align with Boeing’sdefencebusinesses, includingDefenceUK (BDUK)– our UK P&Ldefenceentity –includingworking closely with BDUK’s Leadership Team.
PLEASE NOTE:This role will be forafixed termcontract(around 18 months)
Position Responsibilities:
6. Advocacy within UK Parliament, including with MPs and Lords, with a focus onDefenceissues.
7. ShapeUKdefenceprocurement policy, includingdefenceindustrial policy.
8. ShapeUKdefencepolicy, including specific issuespertaining tothe UK MOD and UK Armed Forces.
9. CoordinateUKDefencestakeholder management.
10. Supportdefencebusiness developmentin the UK.
The role will require frequent evening working during the week (e.g.representingBoeing atnetworking events) and the occasional weekend (e.g.at airshows). The applicant must be prepared tofrequentlytravel in-country, as well as occasionalinternationaltravel, including to the U.S.(Seattle and Washington DC) and Brussels for up to two weeks at a time.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
11. Experience of working with and/or within UK government
12. Fluent in both verbal and written English
Preferred Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
13. An astute national and international political antenna, with a deep understanding of internationaldefenceand security strategic context.
14. Experience of developing and working with complex policy.
15. A deep understanding of how government and parliament work, specifically with respect todefenceissues.
16. Recent experience of working with and/or within UK national security departments and entities (e.g.No10, Cabinet Office, His Majesty’s Treasury, Ministry ofDefence, Home Office, OGDs, Royal Air Force, Army, and Royal Navy) would be beneficial.
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional,financialand social well-being.Here’sa snapshot of what we offer:
17. Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
18. Continuous learning -you’lldevelop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
19. Success as defined by you -we’llprovide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
20. Diverse and inclusive culture -you’llbe embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
21. 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
22. Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
23. Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
24. Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
25. Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
26. 6x annual salary life insurance
27. Learning TogetherProgrammeto support your on-going personal and career development
28. Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs,tooland incentives
29. Maternity, paternity,parentaland adoption leave options
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
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)