Overview

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At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. As we drive momentum in the energy transition, we are committed to ensuring that every employee feels empowered and engaged. Join us as a Policy Manager and discover your superpower.

Job Location: This position can be based at NG House, Warwick or the Strand, London.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate and Create: Draft compelling written responses to Government consultations and Parliamentary inquiries, ensuring our voice is heard loudly and clearly.
• Shape Our Narrative: Partner with Corporate Affairs Business Partners to proactively develop and refine policy positions aligned with the company narrative.
• Drive Policy Prioritisation: Support the annual policy prioritisation process by engaging with UK business units and coordinating with US colleagues.
• Analyse and Adapt: Monitor policy developments, assess potential impacts on the business, and recommend risk-mitigation strategies for Corporate Affairs.
• Provide Insight: Draft briefing notes for the UK Executive team on key policy developments.
• Network and Influence: Attend external events to create opportunities to influence policy proactively.
• Build Relationships: Cultivate connections with government bodies and industry associations to gather policy intelligence and influence decisions.
• Share Intelligence: Document and distribute critical intelligence to relevant stakeholders and take action to stay ahead.

About You

We are seeking a talented individual with a strong background in Policy. Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Policy Expertise: In-depth knowledge and experience in developing impactful policy messages and political positioning.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Ability to coordinate policy engagement across diverse stakeholders and measure outcomes effectively.
• Clear Communication: Track record of communicating policy messages clearly to various audiences.
• Political Insight: Understanding of the parliamentary and political landscape impacting the utilities sector.
• Results-Driven: Ability to manage timely delivery in a challenging environment while navigating complexity and change.
• Strategic Thinker: Contribute to key policy decisions by interpreting internal and external trends.
• Confident Spokesperson: Excellent presentation skills and the ability to represent the company credibly externally.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary: circa £59,000 – £72,000 per annum (dependent on location, capability, and experience)
• Bonus: On target 15% with a stretch target of 30%

More Information

Hybrid/flexible working where travel to the office will be as per business need. Base location for this role will be NG House, Warwick or the Strand, London.

This role closes on 16th September; we strongly encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement and performance. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.