Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer Power and Flexibility, hireful

Location
:
London (Hybrid 3 days in the office)

Department
:
Policy

Salary
:
Circa £33,000

Hours
: 37.5

Contract Type
:
Permanent

To help drive the transition of the UK economy to a low‑carbon economy built on renewable energy and clean technologies, we require a bright, articulate Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer with strong knowledge of UK power markets. The ideal candidate would have a genuine passion for advancing renewables and expertise in one (or more) of the following: solar, storage, grids and/or decentralised energy.

The successful applicant will collaborate closely with their Head of Power, Director of Policy, government and market participants, as well as existing Policy Officers across other renewable technologies. This exciting role involves regular engagement with civil servants, regulators, parliamentarians, members, and a wide range of industry stakeholders to help shape and influence key policy initiatives affecting the energy transition.

The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, personable and capable of acting as a trusted external ambassador for their work. We offer clear pathways for professional growth, allowing the successful candidate to broaden their expertise and develop leadership skills in high‑value policy areas.

• Leading policy and advocacy strategies to advance the heat and biomass sectors.
• Supporting member forums and acting as Secretariat for the Deep Geothermal APPG.
• Engaging with government, regulators, and industry stakeholders to drive sector growth.
• Drafting policy statements, consultation responses, and member communications.

They’re seeking candidates with policy experience, strong advocacy and communication skills, and a passion for sustainability and clean energy.

The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the UK’s progress towards its Net Zero target, working closely at the forefront of policy and industry in one of the most dynamic periods for the renewable energy sector.

• 25 days holiday plus days between Christmas and New Years treated as holiday
• Westfield Health insurance + EAP
• Discounts and perks
• Birthday voucher
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme

If you’re ready to drive impactful policy change, click the apply now button.

• Please note they reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received, therefore they encourage early applications.

Our client is a not‑for‑profit trade association, established in 2001. While the world has changed dramatically since then, their mission remains the same: to champion our members and promote a future built on renewable energy and clean technology.

A future built on renewable energy and clean technology

To decarbonise the economy whilst helping their members build commercially and environmentally sustainable businesses

• CHAMPIONING the role and benefits of renewable energy and clean technologies
• INFLUENCING governments, industry and individuals
• EMPOWERING renewable energy and clean technology businesses to achieve sustainable growth