Policy Manager

Policy Manager, £competitive, Hybrid working in C.London/Remote

The Organisation

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is a globally recognised leader in the engineering sector, committed to promoting and enabling informed policy decisions that benefit the infrastructure industry and society. We leverage expert knowledge from our vast network of professionals to shape public policy and facilitate impactful change.

The Role

As the Policy Manager, you will play a pivotal role within the Policy and External Affairs department. Reporting to the Head of Policy, you will lead the development of high-quality policy and research outputs that support ICE’s strategic objectives. Your work will directly influence key decision-makers globally and enhance ICE’s public voice on infrastructure and sustainability matters.

Duties & Responsibilities

Customer Engagement

• Support the promotion of ICE’s public voice through an external affairs strategy executed alongside Policy, External Affairs and Communications colleagues.
• Assist in knowledge transfer to policymakers to foster informed public decisions.
• Collaborate with Communications to respond to media requests and maintain ICE’s profile.
• Provide analysis and advice to regional directors and the Engineering Knowledge team on pertinent political, economic and social issues.

Operational Management

• Lead and deliver a comprehensive work programme focused on UK and global policy products, including Green Papers, policy statements, consultation responses, blogs and analysis.
• Attend relevant events and represent ICE policy positions.
• Support and coordinate briefings for senior staff and ICE members.
• Gather intelligence from UK and priority international markets and ensure insights inform ICE’s policy strategies.
• Meet with policymakers and stakeholders to promote ICE policies and support external affairs activities.
• Deputise for the Head of Policy as needed.

Relationship Building

• Establish and nurture connections with key individuals and organisations in policymaking networks.
• Maintain and grow ICE’s network of policy contacts, particularly in Whitehall, to ensure policy materials align with decision-makers' needs.

What We’re Looking For in You

• In-depth understanding of public policy processes in Westminster and Whitehall.
• Strong knowledge of construction, civil engineering and economic infrastructure (desirable).
• Proven experience in research, report writing and producing clear, concise policy materials.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal presentation skills.
• Project management experience (desirable).
• Ability to quickly assimilate and convey complex information.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work collaboratively with senior political and industry figures.
• Exceptional multitasking and prioritisation skills.
• Strong relationship-building capabilities.

Qualifications & Education

• Degree-level education in social sciences, engineering/construction, politics, economics, or equivalent work experience.

ICE Salary and Benefits

• Hybrid working in C.London
• 25 days holiday + 8 Public holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Up to 8% of salary contributed to a personal pension scheme
• Annual £100 allowance towards your wellbeing
• 24-hour employee support line
• Death in service benefit equivalent to one year’s salary
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Big Gym membership savings with the GymFlex scheme
• Your Rewards discount scheme

If you are a motivated, adaptable individual who enjoys working in a small, supportive team and taking on a wide range of responsibilities, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, email your CV to buildyourfuture@ice.org.uk

ICE Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018

The data collected via this application process will only be used by the ICE Group for the purpose of recruitment and for the performance of an employment contract if a job offer is made. This data will not be disclosed to any external sources without express consent unless required to do so by law. Unsuccessful applicants’ data, both electronic and paper will be deleted/shredded six months from date of application. The ICE Group’s Data Protection Officer is Shah Ali, who can be contacted at shah.ali@ice.org.uk. Applicants have the right to complain to the ICO at http://ico.org.uk/ if they have a concern with the way ICE are handling their data.