Head Of Policy & Public Affairs

We are looking for an experienced professional with an extremely strong PUBLIC AFFAIRS, policy and research background - who is imaginative, innovative and bold, who can communicate complex ideas accurately, succinctly and clearly, and who can be persuasive. We have been able to grow an authentic voice which represents, promotes, and enhances the interests of the UK's world-leading creative sector through high-profile public campaigning and representations to the UK Government and a wide range of national and regional governmental bodies on policy solutions. This is made possible through convening, mobilising, and partnering with an influential and diverse mix of creative organisations, creators, education providers, trade bodies and unions that make up our membership. The role is responsible for ensuring Creative UK effectively uses policy and advocacy in the UK to support its mission.
The ideal successful candidate has a strong track record as a senior policy and PUBLIC AFFAIRS practitioner with measurable evidence in positively influencing change in UK Government policy, ideally across the cultural and creative industries. You will have an established network, strong communications skills and the ability to take the lead in managing complex issues and external relationships. This post holder will lead the design of effective policy solutions with and for Creative UK's membership across a range of cross-cutting areas. This includes building and coordinating a framework for influencing and campaigning across diverse UK audiences, as well as providing briefings and support across Creative UK's working structures including the membership, UK Council, Director of Policy & Engagement and the Chief Executive.

REPORTS TO: Director of Policy & Engagement

LINE MANAGES: Key colleagues within the Policy, Research and Advocacy functions