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UK Mayors Network Policy Lead

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Job Description - UK Mayors Network Policy Lead

We are currently recruiting for a UK Mayors Network Policy Lead with a Southwest Local Authority.
Location: Southwest

Set-up: 2-3 days onsite

Rate: £40 per hour via umbrella, inside IR35 
Duration: Initial 2-month contract
Hours: Full-time position

Purpose of role

  • To appoint a UK Mayors Network Policy Lead to join the Strategy team to Help the UK Mayors network meet its full potential
  • To lead a small and efficient secretariat team providing high-level executive, strategic, and operational support to the Mayors and Chief Executives across the network
  • To take direction from the mayor’s group, CEO group and work closely with the Chair of the UKM CEO group on the forward plan for the networ

Responsibilities

  • To lead on the development of policy proposals to deliver on the ambitions of the network, working effectively with member authorities to balance perspectives and ensure positive collaboration
  • Directly support the Chair of the CEO network, ensuring they are well briefed on issues relevant to the effective delivery of network priorities
  • Lead on external communications as required, consulting with member authorities to agree positioning
  • Design and lead a programme of work that advocates for the role of Mayors and devolution, with a view to influencing government policy and key partners
  • Manage network resourcing and budgeting

Requirements

  • Comprehensive understanding of local, regional and central government governance, decision-making frameworks, and statutory responsibilities
  • Proven experience in providing strategic and operational support to senior leaders, preferably in a public sector or political environment
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex agendas, governance processes, and high-priority actions
  • Proven experience of leading in a complex environment, in particular in a complex partnership setting
  • Strong political awareness and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with discretion
  • Capable of managing complex stakeholder relationships
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities, fostering collaboration and professional growth

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications. However, due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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