Policy Manager

Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Are you seeking an opportunity to drive policy creation and oversee its development Do you have experience in Public Affairs and working strategically to set direction within a large organisation

This newly created role will manage a small fast paced policy function advising senior leaders and working across all areas of the Council to deliver an exceptional policy and public affairs service.

Whats the role

As Lewisham Councils Policy Manager you will:

• Create and oversee Policy and Public Affairs strategies.
• Create and deliver policies within services; organising consultations/ co-production exercises gathering evidence and piloting programmes of work.
• Manage a small but high-performing team at the centre of the organisation.
• Keep up to date with the latest policy ideas and best practice across areas of interest in the public sector acting as the inhouse expert.
• Work closely with the Corporate Equalities Lead and Disability and Co-Production Policy Officer to ensure an aligned approach across the Council to Corporate Equalities.
• Provide policy and strategy advice across the full range of the Councils service areas.

Whats in it for you

Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What were looking for

Someone with extensive experience of strategy and/or policy development. This doesnt have to be in local government but you will need a strong understanding of how local government works and the financial and strategic challenges it faces.

Youll need knowledge of how to create and implement a public affairs strategy with an understanding of how local government can influence national and regional bodies.

You will have experience managing a high-performing team developing colleagues and getting the best out of them.

Location

The job is primarily based in Laurence House Catford London SE6 4RU. We operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work in the office a minimum of two days a week. Further and specific days may be required depending on work commitments.

Further information

The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.

For an informal discussion about this job please contact Alex Glanz (Head of Strategy Policy and Chief Executives Office): @

Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification

Salary

60633 - 62742 per annum (PO7)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support service Lewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs.

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.

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