Interim Policy Officer £450pd

Overview

An experienced Senior Executive Officer (SEO) Policy Officer role to shape policy on one of the UK Government's most high profile and sensitive programmes, within a fast moving, mission critical directorate at the heart of government.

Responsibilities

• Develop policy solutions to complex, sensitive, and often novel issues
• Produce high quality policy papers, ministerial submissions, and briefings
• Provide clear, concise advice to senior leaders and Ministers (written & oral)
• Manage a portfolio of policy work independently and at pace
• Build and maintain strong relationships across departments and Whitehall
• Support cross government collaboration and influence decision making
• Analyse complex information and translate it into actionable insights
• Contribute to legal and operational policy development
• Engage with senior stakeholders and leadership teams regularly

Requirements

• Strong background in central government policy roles
• Experience developing policy for sensitive or complex issues
• Proven track record of drafting policy papers and submissions
• Excellent communication skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders
• Ability to build relationships and influence across government
• Comfortable delivering high quality work at pace
• Ideal experience within security, defence, or international departments
• Candidates must already hold or be able to gain and maintain Security Clearance