Policy and Programme Manager

This Policy and Programme Manager role is focused on driving the national skills agenda for the UK's Financial Services sector. It would suit someone who can bring opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the professional services industry to the role.

Where the work sits

You have a proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from inception to completion, using formal project management approaches. Act as a leading thinker on "future skills" and learning cultures, utilising data and intelligence to inform industry-wide positions.

How the role works day to day

Driving the national skills agenda for the UK's Financial Services sector. Supporting the senior leadership team in member retention and recruitment, while managing or mentoring junior policy and programme executives in a matrix environment. Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for complex workstreams, ensuring all initiatives are delivered to agreed deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.

What helps in this setting

Opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the professional services industry. Create impactful content and communication programs to encourage the adoption of skills frameworks within member firms and across the wider sector.

Practical details

• Fixed-term contract with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £57,000 per annum.
• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.

What needs to be in place

• You take full ownership of your portfolio, demonstrating the ability to drive work forward independently while maintaining high attention to detail.
• You possess a deep knowledge of the UK skills agenda, with a strong understanding of the wider HR and talent landscape (experience in Financial Services is highly desirable).
• You excel at building collaborative relationships and have experience navigating the interface between private employers, government agencies, and educational bodies.

Job details

• Benefits mentioned: Training