Policy Manager

Job Description

Policy ManagerBirmingham, West Midlands (with hybrid working)We have an exciting opportunity for three Policy Managers to join our team in Birmingham, where you will support the organisation in developing and implementing effective gambling policy to support the Commissions strategic objectives and ensure gambling isfair and safe for consumers.The Benefits- Salary of c£43,139 per annum- Civil service pension, with an employer contribution rate of 27%- Flexible working- Hybrid working, specific guidelines are to be agreed with line manager- 26 days’ holiday, rising to 29 days after 2 years’ service, with the option to buy up to five days extra annual leaveJoining us means joining an organisation that is certified as a Great Place to Work, respects work-life balance, inclusive, and is completely dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential. Whether that’s through flexible working, really understandinghow you work best or exposing you to real opportunities to challenge yourself, if you’re passionate about making your mark on the industry and on society, then we will help you do that.Your RoleAs a Policy Manager, your role will involve:- Managing policy tasks and deliverables and supporting all stages of policy work from setting policy processes to working with Research and Statistics to evaluate the impact of our policies.- Conducting effective planning for policy projects and contributing to effective programme management within the Commission.- Supporting the provision of Advice to Government on effective legislation and policy.- Providing expert policy advice across the Commission.- Supporting regulatory partnerships - this may include international work with other international jurisdictions, with other regulators and bodies, and with our shared regulation partners.This is a hybrid role, therefore there will be a requirement to attend our Birmingham Office.About You- Strong analytical skills and proven experience in developing and shaping policy, particularly relating to consumer protection.- Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information to a range of audiences in a clear and timely fashion.- Ability to engage with and influence internal and external stakeholders.- Experience of leading and delivering work stream or project activity to agreed outcomes, deadlines and budget. This will include planning, design, development, testing, implementation and evaluation as appropriate.- Experience in a policy or regulatory environment of identifying problems or issues and developing approaches to solving them.About UsSet up under the Gambling Act 2005, the Gambling Commission is committed to safeguarding the public against any detrimental impact brought about by gambling. We do this by keeping crime out, protecting children and vulnerable people and ensuring the commercialgambling industry is run fairly and openly. We work with the legal system, the public health system, community groups and the industry itself to understand how we can protect the interests of as many people as possible, as effectively as possible.The closing date for this role is 14th January 2024.PLEASE NOTE: ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visas currently.Incomplete applications will be discounted from shortlisting. Please ensure your application is fully completed and submitted before logging out of your account.We reserve the right to change the closing date depending on the number of responses received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered in the selection process.As the regulator of the National Lottery, there are some roles within the Commission that are prohibited from playing the National Lottery. This does not affect your family playing. We will let you know at interview if the role you have applied for is on theProhibited List.Other organisations may call this role Policy Lead, Policy Project Manager, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Public Policy Manager, or Senior Public Policy Officer.So, if you’d like to join us as a Policy Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.