93 Director Of Government Affairs jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Associate Director - Government Affairs

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary : £60,000 - £4,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of digital technology. With over 1100 members (the majority of which are SMEs) across the UK, techUK creates a network for innovation and collaboration across business, government and stakeholders to provide a better future for people, society, the economy and the planet. By providing expertise and insight, we support our members, partners and stakeholders as they prepare the UK for what comes next in a constantly changing world.

Role Purpose:

This role reports to the Deputy CEO and helps to provide strategic direction and senior policy engagement for techUK's Policy and Public Affairs programmes ('the policy team').

The role exists to provide strategic leadership for techUK's policy development and engagement with the government. This role requires strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and Implementing Strategies - Create and execute strategies to influence government policy and legislation based on a deep understanding of the interest, concerns and priorities of techUK's members
li>Relationship Building - Build and maintain strong relationships with techUK members, government officials, policymakers, politicians and other relevant stakeholders
• Monitoring and Analysis - Track legislative and regulatory developments, analyse their potential impact, and provide recommendations to senior management
• Advocacy - Represent techUK in meetings, events and other relevant forums
• Communication - Effectively communicate techUK's positions and priorities to government officials, the media and other stakeholders
• Collaboration - Work with other teams across techUK to ensure consistent messaging and alignment on policy issues
• Team Leadership - providing leadership for a team of experienced policy professionals

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Core Competencies:

• Strong Knowledge of Government Processes - Understanding of how government works, including the legislative and regulatory processes, is essential
• Political Acumen - Ability to analyse political situations, identify key players, and understand the political landscape
• Communication Skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed to effectively articulate the organisation's positions
• Relationship Building - Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic Thinking - Ability to develop and execute effective strategies to achieve the organisation's goals

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience working in government, government affairs or a related field, such as political research or public affairs consulting etc.
• A deep understanding of UK politics
• Experience of managing or supporting multiple projects
• Experience of managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and comfortable working with senior individuals in industry and within government
• A good understanding of the UK's tech policy and regulatory environment
• Strong interest in technology, innovation and the tech industry

Desired Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience of working in, or knowledge of the technology and/or IT industry

Additional Information:

This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy.

This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment.

The salary range for this role is 0,000 - 4,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

About techUK:

techUK is a membership organisation that brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve in collaboration with our sister company (url removed). We collaborate across business, government and stakeholders to fulfil the potential of technology to deliver a stronger society and more sustainable future. By providing expertise and insight, we support our members, partners and stakeholders as they prepare the UK for what comes next in a constantly changing world.

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Candidates with experience of: Partnerships Director, Government Affairs Manager, Government Affairs Director, Public Affairs Consulting, Political Affairs Associate may also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Associate Director - Government Affairs

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary : £60,000 - £74,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of digital technology. With over 1100 members (the majority of .

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The Public Sector Contracts Manager will oversee procurement and supply chain processes within the industrial and manufacturing sectors, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. This permanent position is based in London and requires expertise in managing contracts effectively.

Client Details

This organisation is a large entity operating in the industrial and manufacturing space. It is committed to delivering high-quality services while adhering to public sector standards. The company fosters a professional and structured working environment.

Description

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to optimise contract performance.
• Negotiate contracts and terms to achieve value for money and mitigate risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or deviations from agreed terms.
• Provide guidance on procurement and supply chain policies to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities and contract performance.
• Ensure all contracts align with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

Profile

A successful Public Sector Contracts Manager should have:

• A strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations and practices.
• Experience in managing contracts within the industrial or manufacturing sectors.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A relevant qualification in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
• The ability to analyse and interpret contractual data effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of 50,196 per annum.
• Comprehensive NHS-standard benefits package.
• Opportunity to work within a structured and professional environment.
• Permanent role offering stability and career growth.
• Convenient London location with access to public transport.

If you are ready to take the next step in your procurement and supply chain career, apply now to join a respected organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Bid Writer { Public Sector}

Remote - Company based in Rotherham

30,000 - 35,000 + Training + Progression + Hybrid/Remote + Pension + Holiday

Are you a Bid Writer experienced within the Public Sector to join an industry leading Global e-Procurement Software as a Service provider that have developed an extremely well renowned reputation since their inception nearly 20 years ago that has seen them grow to over 800 clients worldwide and operating in over 130 countries?

Do you want the chance to join a rapidly growing company who through their procurement expertise, work on various government and other public sector contracts, and have very recently won a new significant contract to supply blue light services?

On offer is the chance to join a company who will invest in your career though continuous on the job training, and due to their recent growth and plans for the future, have this year moved into a brand new, state of the art office.

In this role, the successful Bid Writer will support the Procurement Services Department, Sales Team and Senior Management Team in the sourcing and completion of bid opportunities for both the company and clients.

This role would someone with experience in Bid Writing with recent public sector experience, with a foundation understanding of the public sector procurement process in order to understand bid requirements.

The Role

• Sourcing and completion of bid opportunities for both the company and clients
• To increase sales growth for the company from tender submissions and the delivery of bid writing consultancy to clients
• Generating bid writing sales leads from client discussions.

The Person

• Experience of delivering bid writing in the Public Sector
• Ability to communicate well in written and verbal forms with clients and develop leads
• Foundation understanding of the public sector procurement process

Keywords: Procurement, Tender, e-Procurement Bid Writing, Sales, Business Development, SaaS, Rotherham, Hybrid, Training, Progression

Reference Number : BBBH21093

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Job Opportunity: Account Executive - Public Sector

We are seeking a driven and ambitious Account Executive to join a fast-paced, high-performing team focused on the UK Public Sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to generate new business, develop existing accounts, and be at the forefront of technology solutions in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Role Highlights:

• 70% new business development / 30% account management
• Collaborate with pre-sales and bid teams to win and grow public sector contracts
• Own and manage customer and supplier relationships
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and exceed performance targets
• Stay current with technology trends and bring insight to public sector conversations

About You:

• Self-motivated, hard-working, and highly organised
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths required; A-Levels are a plus
• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel (preferred)
• A collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude

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Public Sector Procurement Specialist, Warrington
55,000 - 60,000 plus hybrid working and excellent benefits

Do you have in-depth knowledge of Public Sector Procurement regulations, such as the Procurement Act 2023, Procurement Regulations 2024 and Public Contract Regulations 2015?

Do you have expertise in drafting contracts, terms and conditions and tenders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and case law whilst also ensuring best practice?

CAST UK is hiring for a unique role for an organisation based in the Warrington area, which will see you lead on the delivery of procurement reform and ensure new public sector procurement regulations are fully embedded into company policies and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead on all aspects of procurement quality and compliance within the business
• Support the Procurement team with all queries regarding compliance with existing and previous public sector procurement legislation
• Plan and provide training to the Procurement Team on quality and compliance related matters.
• Maintain and update templates to ensure they are well aligned with all necessary regulatory requirements, case law and best practice
• Develop and roll out standard Procurement processes, procedures and systems, and act as the Super User for the company's e-tendering platform
• Provide advice on procurement related matters such as TUPE / GDPR and amendments to standard contracts, terms and conditions
• Liaise with external legal advisors on more complex queries

Ideal skills and experience

• Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including PCR 2015, PA 2023 and the Procurement Regulations 2024.
• Previous experience / exposure to Public Sector Procurement
• Previous experience of leading projects on Procurement Reform, Process and Procedures and/or Procurement Systems
• Honed communication, influencing and negotiation skills

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