Head of Policy (UK)

Head ofPolicy

Location: Londonpreferred, can be flexible on location

Drax isseeking an experienced and influentialHead of Policyto lead thedevelopment and delivery of our UK policy agenda at a critical moment for theenergy transition.

This rolesits at the heart of how Drax engages with public policy, government and widerstakeholders. You'll shape policy priorities that underpin our corporatestrategy, provide trusted counsel to senior leaders, and ensure Drax is wellpositioned in a complex, fast-moving and highly regulated policyenvironment-particularly across energy, climate change, sustainability and netzero.

Who we are

We're notjust talking about making a difference, we're making it happen. We generatedispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world.Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader insustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll bejoining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions.We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and workinghard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About therole

As the Headof Policy, you'll represent Drax externally at a senior level, work closelywith colleagues across the business and External Affairs, and lead ahigh-performing policy team focused on impact and delivery.

Keyresponsibilities:

• Identify and lead delivery of keypolicy priorities that support Drax's corporate strategy.
• Ensure cross-cutting policythemes and critical enablers are well developed and supported across theorganisation.
• Represent Drax at a senior levelthrough government, political and stakeholder relationships, and on publicplatforms.
• Support third-party engagementand communications in priority policy areas.
• Advise internal teams includingStrategy, Investor Relations, Climate Change, Viable Fuels, CarbonCapture, Regulation, Innovation and Commercial on current and futurepolicy trends.
• Collaborate with colleaguesacross External Affairs to ensure alignment between policy objectives,public affairs activity and external communications.
• Manage external consultanciesproviding policy analysis or project support.
• Provide authoritative counsel tosenior leaders, including the Executive Committee and Group Board, on UKpolicy developments and implications.
• Draft clear, concise andpersuasive policy briefings to support political engagement and policyreform.
• Oversee monitoring and assessmentof public policy developments impacting the Group.
• Represent Drax's policy positionsin external forums with policymakers, industry peers and opinion formers.
• Coordinate responses to enquiriesfrom elected representatives, working with internal teams to ensureappropriate sensitivity and rigour.
• Maintain close collaboration withinternational public affairs and policy leads and the Regulation function.
• Oversee technical studies tosupport policy development and lead consultation responses on key policyissues.
• Manage the policy budget andlead, develop and motivate a high-performing policy team.

We're open toflexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss these on a case-by-case basis.

About you

You'll be anexperienced policy and government relations professional with a strongunderstanding of how policy is shaped and delivered in complex, regulatedenvironments.

You'll bring:

• A strong interest in politics andpublic policy, with particular focus on UK energy, climate change,sustainability and net zero.
• Proven experience leadingregulatory, fiscal or political engagement strategies, with directinteraction with government institutions and senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in highlyregulated sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals, chemicals,construction, oil and gas or similar.
• First-hand knowledge ofgovernment decision-making processes and strong networks across politicalparties and relevant government departments.
• A proven ability to distilcomplex technical and commercial issues into clear, compelling messagesfor policymakers.
• A track record of challenging thestatus quo and influencing legislation to support business and sectoroutcomes.
• Experience building coalitionsand alliances to address complex legislative challenges.
• Strong analytical skills with theability to translate insight into actionable policy proposals.
• Passion for securing lastingpolicy change that supports the role of renewable energy in the economy.
• Excellent influencing skills andcredibility in senior corporate environments.
• Excellent organisational, writtenand verbal communication skills.
• Experience influencing tradeassociations and industry bodies by framing issues in a broader economicand societal context.
• Proven experience building andleading effective, delivery-focused policy teams.

Rewards and benefits:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We're committed to making a tangible impact on the climatechallenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongsideyour career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doingwhat's right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a futurefor generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we're committed to fostering an environment whereeveryone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this areality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in,foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we buildthe trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectivesand talents, no matter their background.

How to apply

Think this role's for you? Click the 'apply now' button tobegin your Drax journey!If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see ourlatest news.We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. Ifyou'd like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail,please email