Biffa

Group Public Affairs & Engagement Manager

Biffa
Posted 10/21/2026contractRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £40,000 - £50,000 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in stakeholder engagement strategies, effective communication, and advocacy within the context of the UK political landscape. Capable of translating complex policy issues into compelling materials while managing external partnerships and monitoring regulatory developments.

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Stakeholder Engagement StrategiesUK Political Landscape UnderstandingExcellent Communication SkillsStrategic ThinkingPolicy Development Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop stakeholder engagement strategies by mapping key stakeholders and building influential relationships across government, politics, industry and environmental organisations
  • Shape and advocate Biffa’s policy positions by working with business leaders, developing advocacy materials and supporting consultation responses
  • Champion Biffa’s public profile by promoting its role in the circular economy, waste sector decarbonisation and sustainable waste management
  • Monitor political and regulatory developments to identify emerging risks and opportunities and provide actionable intelligence for business strategy
  • Represent Biffa externally through industry bodies, trade associations, conferences and stakeholder events
  • Lead stakeholder communications and engagement through events, briefings and presentations
  • Support reputation and issues management with Strategic Communications on government-related crisis communications
  • Benchmark public affairs activity against industry best practice
  • Manage external public affairs partnerships, including the relationship with Biffa and Company Shop Group’s Public Affairs agency

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Proven experience developing stakeholder engagement strategies, building influential relationships and managing external agencies
  • Understanding of the UK political landscape, government processes and parliamentary procedures
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Ability to develop compelling written materials, present confidently and translate complex policy issues for diverse audiences
  • Strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to assess policy developments and identify business risks and opportunities

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 12 Months Contract
  • Remote work

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Industry Keywords
Public AffairsSustainable Waste ManagementCircular EconomyDecarbonisationCrisis CommunicationsGovernment ProcessesParliamentary ProceduresReputation ManagementAdvocacy MaterialsStakeholder Communications