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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in government affairs, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong ability to develop strategic recommendations and influence decision-making in highly regulated sectors. Proficient in writing policy papers and preparing senior leadership for government interactions.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Government Affairs ExperienceUnderstanding Of Defence ProcurementExceptional Writing SkillsAbility To Advise Senior Decision-MakersExperience With Diplomatic Networks
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Policy AnalysisEngagement Strategy DevelopmentPolitical IntelligenceRegulatory ComplianceEvidence EvaluationMarket Entry RecommendationsParliamentary SubmissionsGovernment BriefingsResearch SkillsAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingClear CommunicationOwnershipPrioritizationProblem-Solving
Certifications & Qualifications
Eligibility For SC Clearance
Industry Keywords
Government RelationsPublic PolicyNational SecurityIndustrial PolicyInternational TradeExport ControlsMarket AccessDefence AttachésTrade AdvisersParliamentary Hearings
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead Rowden's government affairs activity and help shape the policy and regulatory environment
- Strengthen relationships across government and create conditions for growth in the UK and internationally
- Provide political intelligence and advice to senior leadership on developments across HMG, Parliament, and the wider policy environment
- Work with commercial, delivery, engineering, and product teams to understand Rowden's technology capabilities and programmes
- Develop targeted, evidence-led government engagement plans supporting pipeline and delivery priorities
- Build relationships with ministers, officials, MPs, mayors, select committees, trade advisers, diplomatic networks, and relevant overseas government stakeholders
- Anticipate political, policy, and regulatory developments and advise on commercial implications and recommended actions
- Identify opportunities to influence policy discussions and represent Rowden at parliamentary hearings, government events, and industry forums
- Assess international markets, procurement pathways, regulatory barriers, and potential partners
- Develop recommendations on international investment and market entry
- Build relationships with UK trade advisers, British embassies and High Commissions, defence attachés, and overseas stakeholders
- Write policy papers, parliamentary submissions, government briefings, and correspondence
- Prepare senior leadership for government engagements and support corporate presentations and materials for senior government and industry audiences
Requirements
What you’ll need- Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance
- Strong understanding of how decisions are made across MOD, DBT, HMT, and the Cabinet Office
- Understanding of defence procurement, industrial policy, export controls, and regulation
- Government affairs experience in government relations, public policy, Parliament, or a related field
- Track record of developing engagement strategies and building relationships with government and political stakeholders
- Ability to advise senior decision-makers and turn complex issues into clear recommendations
- Ability to learn complex engineering and programme detail quickly
- Exceptional writing and analytical skills
- Ability to research unfamiliar issues, evaluate evidence, develop well-reasoned positions, and produce compelling briefings and papers
- Ability to stay informed, anticipate developments, take ownership, manage competing priorities, and challenge assumptions
- Useful experience in defence, national security, technology, industrial policy, or another highly regulated sector
- Useful experience with government procurement, export controls, international trade, or market access
- Useful experience with diplomatic networks, overseas trade teams, or international government engagement
- Useful experience preparing parliamentary evidence, government consultation responses, or policy submissions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible, hybrid-working model, with an average 3 days in the office each week (dependent on the role)
- Flexible working support
- Part-time working requirements and workplace adjustments considered
- Disability Confident Committed company
- Recruitment process and workplace support for people with disabilities and health conditions