Policy Specialist

Purpose of the Role

The battery industry in the UK is rapidly developing and the Government’s new Industrial Strategy has set out clear ambitions for future growth over the next 10 years and beyond. Electrification is key to the country’s transition to net zero, and will stimulate green economic growth, create new job opportunities, and drive the development of the advanced manufacturing skills needed to compete globally.

The Government Affairs team is looking for a proactive and analytical Policy Specialist to help shape our organisation’s positions on key regulatory, political, and industry issues. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of policy, strategy, and stakeholder engagement. It is an exciting time to join Agratas and the sector, as domestic battery regulations and policies are being developed, and the European Union is progressing automotive and battery policies.

Key Responsibility Areas

• • Support the Government Affairs Manager with developing policy options and new workstreams to address business and sector issues, respond to opportunities and mitigate risks
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to influence and drive policy development to further business objectives, in a cross-cutting environment
  • Translate complex ideas and proposals into clear, impactful policy statements
  • Represent the business at external events, including with UK Government, regional bodies, sector organisations, trade and sector associations, and European institutions and organisations
  • Build lasting and trusting relationships with a range of stakeholders
  • Support the team to draft briefings and respond to internal and external requests
  • Monitor the policy landscape and provide impactful reports and assessments
  • Advocate our positions effectively in a complex industry, and work with other Tata companies
    

Qualifications And Experience

• • Self-starter, able to work independently, and with strong organisational skills
  • Proven experience in public policy and government relations, or a related field
  • Comfortable with engaging with senior colleagues across the business
  • Strong policy development understanding (including Government processes)
  • Experience and detailed understanding of legislative processes
  • Excellent written and oral skills, an ability to think critically, and an eye for detail
  • Ability to work with complex, technical information, in a changing environment
    

What you’ll get…

As a new company, our reward scheme is constantly evolving. We continue to review the market to deliver a competitive benefits package, which currently includes private healthcare, company bonus, enhanced parental leave policy and a cash allowance to boost your benefits. We are a flexible business that is committed to promoting work-life balance, partnering with Yulife to provide our team members with total wellbeing support.

You’ll work in a rapidly scaling-up environment as a subsidiary of the multinational corporation, Tata Sons, to help build the UK’s biggest battery manufacturing facility and make your mark in a new organisation.

Agratas is a place to be authentically you.

At Agratas we strongly believe that people are at their best when they feel supported and happy in their workplace. To that end we continue to cultivate a diverse workforce which protects the individuality of each team member. We therefore warmly welcome applicants from any race, gender, sexuality, and ability. Should you have a preference in how your suitability is assessed for this role or require any reasonable adjustments please let the Talent Acquisition team know.