Head of Policy and Advocacy

Trade Association Forum Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected membership organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Head of Policy & Advocacy. The role requires a leader capable of shaping and delivering a high-impact policy agenda, with significant UK and EU policy experience. You will develop policy strategies, manage advocacy campaigns, and build relationships with key stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000, aimed at candidates who are confident communicators with strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in UK and EU policy or public affairs.
• Experience in a membership organization or trade association.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver UK and EU-focused policy strategy.
• Maintain relationships with government departments and regulators.
• Lead advocacy campaigns influencing policy outcomes.
• Engage with members to identify policy priorities.

Skills

UK and EU policy experience

Stakeholder management

Strategic communication

Job description

Head of Policy & Advocacy

Hybrid – London | £70,000–£80,000

Membership Bespoke is delighted to be partnering with a respected Trade Association to recruit an experienced Head of Policy & Advocacy. This is a senior leadership role for a policy with strong UK and EU policy experience, capable of shaping and delivering a high‑impact policy agenda. You will play a pivotal role in influencing policymakers, regulators, and key stakeholders, ensuring the association’s voice is clearly represented across the UK and European landscape.

As Head of Policy & Advocacy, you will lead the development and execution of policy strategy, translating member priorities into credible, evidence‑based policy positions and effective advocacy activity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing(version) and delivering a clear UK and EU‑focused policy strategy aligned with organisational objectives
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with UK government departments, EU institutions, regulators, and external stakeholders
• Leading responses to UK and EU consultations and producing policy briefings, reports, and position papers
• Managing advocacy campaigns to influence policy outcomes at national and European level
• Engaging closely with members to identify policy priorities and represent their interests effectively
• Managing specialist policy committees, working groups, and advisory forums
• Leading and developing a high‑performing policy team
• Contributing to the wider leadership and strategic direction of the organisation

About you:

You will bring significant experience working in UK and EU policy or public affairs, within a membership organisation, trade association, regulatory body, or not‑for‑profit environment. You will be a confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills, able to operate strategically while remaining hands‑on when required.

To apply:

To apply for the role of Head of Policy & Advocacy, please submit your CV.

Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact successful candidates. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment 그 religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.