As a key member of the H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the department's strategic approach to maximising the benefits of tax software.
Job Overview
The Senior Strategy & Policy Advisor position is an exciting opportunity to join the Software Strategy & Policy team within the Intermediaries Directorate. This team has responsibility for enabling third-party software providers to work with HMRC on delivering its strategic objectives and overarching vision to be a trusted, modern, tax and customs authority.
This role requires a confident and self-motivated individual who can navigate a fast-paced environment, build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, and effectively manage competing priorities.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our small, friendly team made up of a Grade 6 and three Grade 7 Leads. If you have good organisational, analytical, and communication skills, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading or actively participating in policy and strategy projects that contribute to shaping the department's strategic approach to maximising the benefits of tax software.
* Drafting or coordinating briefings, correspondence, submissions, explanatory notes, and guidance products, for senior officials.
* Coordinating and supporting the delivery of the Strategic Software Forum, including identifying relevant topics, preparing discussion materials, and ensuring the team's contribution to the forum's objectives.
* Supporting the development of software standards policy, working alongside colleagues from HMRC and industry to shape its design.
* Building and maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders across government and industry, ensuring that policy and strategy align with their expectations.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, working collaboratively to develop policy in a complex and fast-paced environment.
* Strong analytical skills to quickly grasp complex issues, gather, and analyse relevant information, generate innovative solutions, evaluate options, and provide confident advice aligned with organisational goals and broader context.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly, persuasively, and in a manner tailored to the audience.
* Demonstrated ability to consider various perspectives, foster a supportive and inclusive work environment, challenge constructively, and advocate for the team's interests.
* A clear understanding of how individual tasks contribute to broader organisational objectives, enabling effective prioritisation, management of competing demands, and resilience in overcoming challenges.
* Proven track record to manage projects effectively, including planning, organising, and coordinating resources to achieve project objectives within deadlines and budget constraints.
What We Offer
HMRC offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including:
* Pension scheme
* Annual leave entitlement
* Sickness absence provision
* Training and development opportunities
* Flexible working arrangements
Please note that the salary range is estimated based on the job description and location, but may vary depending on individual circumstances.