DescriptionSenior Manager Public AffairsLocation: London / Hybrid Working (Expectation that you will attend an office 2 days per week)Contract: PermanentHours: Full time 37.5 hours per week/flexible days and/or hours (Mon-Fri) Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 Depending on ExperiencePlease note that any same band and job family internal moves will not present any pay increaseKey BenefitsClick here for a complete list of benefits
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday
* 15% employer pension contribution
* Flexible working
* Cycle to work scheme, healthcare cash plan, Group Income Protection and life assurance
* Paid voluntary days, maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
* Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and dining, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology...and plenty more
About Us
The British Business Bank is the UKs economic development bank and plays a central role in driving growth and innovation in businesses across the UK. We support smaller businesses to access the finance they need to thrive, in the provision of debt and equity, and unlock investment into the economy.
The Public Affairs team is part of the Banks Strategy & Engagement Directorate. You will have the opportunity to work alongside policy, strategy communications and sustainability experts at an exciting time for the Bank: following the Spending Review announcement in June, the Bank has a refreshed and ambitious agenda for the coming years. The Banks British Growth Partnership will boost institutional investment in venture capital and there is a rich policy and public affairs agenda behind all aspects of the Banks remit.
The Role
As Senior Manager, Public Affairs, youll take the lead in shaping and delivering our public affairs strategy, working with colleagues from across the Bank. The team hold broad stakeholder relationships which are key to the Banks operating context, including but not limited to Ministers, parliamentarians, think tanks, trade associations and the UK (and international) the business and finance community.
In this role you will work to ensure that the Banks vast and evolving stakeholders understand and support our work.
You will have an interest in policy and public affairs and ideally some experience and knowledge of financial services / business. You can expect to:
* Lead high-profile projects that align in support of the Banks five year plan
* Deepen, broaden and maintain key relationships across Westminster, including with organisations that influence Westminster, with Devolved Administrations, and regional stakeholders.
* Provide strategic advice to senior leaders
* Be adept at writing high-quality communications e.g. speeches and select committee briefings
* Manage and develop team members
Were looking for someone with proven experience in public affairs, government relations, or a related policy role - ideally with an excellent network in Parliament and some experience in business. You will posses a degree or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
Youll bring:
At the British Business Bank, youll work at the heart of UK economic growth, shaping policies and initiatives that make a real difference to the economy. We offer a collaborative, inclusive environment where your expertise will be valued and your career supported.Why Work for Us?
At the British Business Bank, youll work at the heart of UK economic growth, shaping policies and initiatives that make a real difference. We offer a collaborative, inclusive environment where your expertise will be valued and your career supported.
Apply now to be part of a team thats powering the UKs business potential.
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