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
Life assurance at 4x your salary
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.
Additional Information
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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