Head of Corporate Affairs

Liverpoolcityregion CA; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional authority in the UK is seeking a Head of Corporate Affairs to lead strategic communication and government relations. This role requires a skilled leader with a record in public affairs, capable of enhancing the authority's reputation and influencing policy. Applicants should have extensive knowledge of parliamentary procedures and experience working with government. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, and local government pension scheme contributions.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Free travel with an All-Zone Metro card

Flexible and hybrid working

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms

Bike to Work Scheme

Professional qualifications and training support

Qualifications

• Record of achievement in a similar role within local government or policy body.
• Experience working with central government.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct government relations and stakeholder management.
• Shape relationships with government ministers and monitor government activity.
• Deliver impactful campaigns and effective briefings.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Written Communication

Oral Presentation

Job description

Employer: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £90,733 - £101,871
Location: No 1 Mann Island
Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:59
Reference: P,S/25/328588

About The Role

The Liverpool City Region has an incredible story to tell and we’re looking for a creative, innovative, dynamic and experienced Head of Corporate Affairs to take the lead in sharing our vision with Government and key stakeholders.

In this role, you’ll lead and direct a strategic approach to government relations, stakeholder management, event management and media messaging ensuring that the Combined Authority and our regional partners speak with one coherent voice, enhancing our reputation and influencing policy for the benefit of the region.
You’ll proactively shape our relationship with government ministers and officials and monitor government activity to make sure we make the most of all opportunities to influence it. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the Strategic Communications and Corporate Affairs directorate, other Combined Authority directorates and partners, providing effective briefings, arranging meetings and delivering campaigns with real impact.

About The Person

To succeed, you’ll have a record of achievement in a similar role and of operating in a complex environment, preferably in local government or a relevant policy body and experience working with or for central government. You’ll be a skilled leader, influencer, negotiator and collaborator, able to lead inspire and motivate others with credibility and integrity.
Skilled in working with politicians, officers and other stakeholders, highly developed written and oral presentation skills with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and comprehensible way are a given, as is the ability to work at pace and under pressure, prioritising work against competing demands to meet challenging deadlines.

Key Essential Criteria

• An extensive understanding of parliamentary procedure, legislative procedures and policy making processes across national, regional, local and devolved government
• A good understanding of the political and devolution policy landscape
• Experience of working in a public or parliamentary affairs environment

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All‑Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• Corporate discounts at council‑owned gyms
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non‑job‑related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under‑represented by people from these communities.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.