Policy Strategy Manager

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive.

If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We're looking for a Policy Strategy Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid role based in London and offers a salary of £50,000-£55,000
, depending on experience.

What you will be doing;

• Lead ICAEW's consultation responses to government, regulators and Parliament, ensuring submissions are high quality, evidence-based and delivered on time.
• Coordinate policy input from technical experts, committees and internal stakeholders to produce clear, consistent and influential policy positions.
• Manage ICAEW's policy and communications grid
  , ensuring messaging, publications and key announcements are aligned across the organisation.
• Develop briefing materials and key messages for senior leaders, including briefing notes, Q&As and speaking points for external engagement.
• Monitor political, regulatory and legislative developments
  , providing horizon scanning and identifying opportunities and risks that could impact ICAEW and its members.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation
  , working closely with Policy, Public Affairs, Communications and technical teams to ensure ICAEW speaks with one clear and authoritative voice.

What you will need;

• Proven experience in policy development
  , ideally within a membership body, regulator, trade association, professional services or a similar environment.
• Excellent written communication skills
  , with experience producing high-quality consultation responses, policy papers or briefing documents.
• Strong stakeholder management and organisational skills
  , with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and build effective relationships across teams.
• Good understanding of government, parliamentary and regulatory processes
  , with the political awareness to develop clear, evidence-based policy positions.

What you can expect from us;

• A strong pension contribution from us of 9%
• Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan
• 24 - 27 days' holiday depending on length of service, plus Christmas closure and the option to buy or sell extra days
• Hybrid working to help you find the right balance
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.

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