Policy Manager

Based London
Flexible/hybrid working for a better work/life balance
We are proud to be a diverse employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds
 

MAG (Manchester Airports Group)
MAG is the owner and operator of Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports as well as the digital travel services business, CAVU. Founded in Manchester more than 85 years ago, we have grown to become a FTSE-50-sized company and the largest private investor in transport infrastructure outside London. Seventy percent of the population lives within two hours of our airports, and last financial year we served 65m passengers. Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities. At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:
· Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs
· 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Free parking
· Subsidised public transport
· Huge range of company discounts
· 2 volunteering days per year
· Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
· Care Concierge service

The Role
This is a key hire in supporting MAG’s research, advocacy and engagement with government ministers, civil servants and MPs. You’ll play a leading role in tracking and responding to policy risks, legislative and regulatory changes that affect our airports. You will work with colleagues and subject matter experts (SMEs) across the business to produce credible policy positions to government. You’ll draft reports, consultation responses and represent MAG’s views to external stakeholders at meetings and events. You’ll oversee a library of resources and policy positions to be used as a centre of excellence in guiding our airport teams. You’ll be expected to analyse and respond to a range of complex topics, from tax and regulatory policy to skills and decarbonisation.

What will make you successful?
You’ll have at least 4-5 years of experience formulating complex policy positions and be comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy. This background could be in-house industry experience, trade association, think tank or from a political party. You’ll have a knowledge of UK public policy, ideally transport or aviation but this isn’t essential. You’ll have a BA or BSc Hons in subjects such as politics, economics or public policy. A Master’s degree would be advantageous and relevant degree apprenticeships would also be considered. A background in economics and/or quantitative data analysis, and experience of providing data-driven insights would be helpful. You’ll have a strong understanding of Parliamentary process and a good knowledge of the workings of government in order to weigh policy risk to the business. You’ll also be adept at building relationships internally and having the confidence to work with SMEs to respond to a range of topics.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.