Deputy Director - Policy

Deputy Director – Policy

Shape the national conversation. Influence the decisions that matter.

The British Chambers of Commerce is now recruiting for a new Deputy Director for Policy.

In this role, you will help shape the national conversation and drive evidence-based policy that delivers for business and communities. You’ll lead a high-performing team, set strategy and engage senior stakeholders across government and industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver results for the Chamber Network and the wider business community, at a time of significant policy change and developments.

The successful applicant will need an excellent understanding and experience of the UK policy agenda, particularly the economic and fiscal environment that drives business growth. In this role, you will lead our policy development groups, craft compelling positions, brief senior leaders and step in for the Policy Director when required.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and the BCC is proud to be a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant.

• Contract type:
  Permanent, full-time
• Reporting to:
  Director of Policy & Insights
• Hours of work:
  Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, full-time.
• Location:
  
  London-based (on-site 3 days per week), hybrid
• Department:
  Policy & Insights
• Salary: 75,000–80,000 per annum, plus excellent company benefits
• Closing date for applications:
  Thursday 5th March 2026