Role Overview The Policy and Proposition Manager will report directly to Senior Policy Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for: Supporting development and implementation of evidence-based financial guidance service design, leading from a policy perspective on projects andworking with internal and external stakeholders to develop newpropositions. Drawing upon a range of research sources and market intelligence to inform consumer needs for well-rounded money guidance propositions. Establishing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders across government, regulators and others across industry to further MaPS’ strategic goals around financial wellbeing. Working within matrix teams to develop well-evidenced policy propositions to inform new money guidance journeys for consumers and optimise existing journeys to secure better consumer outcomes, particularly for vulnerable consumers. Communicating and representing MaPS’ policy positions to government, regulators, financial services and other key stakeholders. Working with colleagues to set out frameworks and KPIs for measuring success on projects and monitoring progress on these goals. Developing clear, evidence-based policy messages on issues of relevance to MaPS, influencing appropriate areas of public policy and engaging with external stakeholders on these where necessary. Articulating the impact of emerging policy and regulation on consumers sharing insights back into the organisation into strategic opportunities to improve consumer outcomes and risks to the wider organisation and sector. Working with communications colleagues to brief MaPS’ directors, CEO and Chair on policy positions, project/proposition progress and relationships with external stakeholders. Supporting colleagues on strategic policy projects relating to the UK Strategy for Financial Wellbeing. Ensuring the organisation’s values are embedded in the work we do, contributing to organisational initiatives and projects, with a focus on supporting and driving forward cross-organisational work to deliver MaPS’ strategic priorities relating to money guidance and financial wellbeing. Skills and Experience Required To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate: Experience of designing, developing and communicating propositions, applying the latest developments in financial services markets, policy, regulation and research on matters that influence financial wellbeing. Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to communicate complex issues clearly and confidently to non-technical audiences, face-toface, on webinars and in writing. Experience of building and managing relationships, influencing, and working in partnership with policy makers, financial services, regulators and others on complex policy, projects and commissioned delivery. Expertise in gathering and using complex consumer, stakeholder and market insights, including evaluation findings, to inform policy, strategy, and commissioning decisions. Capability to plan and manage projects and tasks flexibly and adaptively, keeping track of timelines and ensuring high quality products. About Us The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values: Caring We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform. Connecting We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections. Transforming We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact. Our Inclusive Working Environment By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity. What We Offer Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary) Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains Cycle to work Scheme Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance scheme Give as you earn scheme Employee assistance programme (EAP) PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing) Enhanced family and sick pay Paid volunteering (2 days a year) Recognition Scheme Discounts portal to numerous retailers Flexible Working At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post