Head of Government Affairs

* Head of Government Affairs The Head of Government Affairs will lead strategic engagement with UK government bodies, Parliamentarians, industry bodies, regulators, and key stakeholders to shape and influence nuclear policy in support of Framatome.

This senior role involves developing and executing a comprehensive government affairs strategy, fostering cross-party political support, and representing the organization at high-level forums and events. The position is pivotal in ensuring the organisation’s interests are effectively communicated and advanced within the UK and devolved governments.

This role will require high levels of coordination both within Framatome at local and group level alongside managing relationships with EDF and group companies such as Arabelle Solutions.
* Extensive experience in government affairs, public affairs, or political lobbying or related strategic role within the nuclear industry (7+ years).
* Good understanding of UK parliamentary procedures, business case development, policy development, and legislative processes.
* Ability to influence policy and build cross-party political support to help meet business objectives.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.
* Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
* Passion for energy security, net zero, and the role of nuclear in the energy transition.
* Relevant higher degree to the field.
* Experience working within the UK Parliament or devolved institutions.
* Knowledge of the UK civil nuclear industry and its regulatory landscape.
* Experience in a membership organization or industry association.
* Self starter, manages upward.
* Drive to go the extra mile to win a tender.
* Confident manner, excellent presentation skills.
* Determination – not easily discouraged or put off.
* Innovative – prepared to see beyond how it has been done before.
* Positive outlook – always sees opportunity through any adversity.
* Assertive – gets things done when they need to be.
* Be curious and question things, not take things on face value.
* Ability to work on their own and part of a team with minimal supervision.
** Specialization:
** K1 - sales management
** Level of education (all)
** Bachelor
* * Place:
** United Kingdom, Bristol, Avonmouth
** Employment level:
** Non cadre
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