Great British Nuclear (GBN) is a new government arm's length body supporting the delivery of Britain's energy security and net zero, making sure that we can power Britain from Britain sustainably. It has been set up to turn nuclear ambition into reality. This is an exciting and critical time to bring your experience and expertise to GBN.
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building meaningful partnerships?
We are seeking a Government Stakeholder Lead to lead on and enhance the relationship with GBN's sponsoring government department, ensuring alignment with government objectives, compliance with agreements, and accountable use of public funds.
The Government Stakeholder Lead is part of the Corporate Strategy team, which sits within the Strategy and Performance Directorate. You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of GBN's strategic objectives by managing the relationship with our sponsor and ensuring alignment of sponsorship activities with GBN's organisational priorities. You will provide insight and recommendations to the Head of Corporate Strategy, contributing to high-level decision-making processes.
Day to day duties:
* Serve as the central communication link between GBN and our sponsoring government department (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero).
* Ensure timely and effective information exchange on policies, priorities, and operational matters.
* Lead on developing and maintaining strong working relationships with key contacts in the sponsoring department.
* Develop strong working relationships within GBN to ensure the timely sourcing of reports and information for the government sponsor.
* Jointly own and manage the sponsorship business rhythm with a Government Sponsorship counterpart.
* Collaborate with other parts of GBN to implement and ensure best practice governance arrangements between GBN and DESNZ, which also align with governance arrangements between GBN and our development companies.
* Lead on the creation and management, and implement the periodic review, of GBN governance documents.
* Manage the coordination - and sometimes agreement of - GBN KPIs. Work closely with GBN's Business Planning & Performance Lead to ensure alignment between GBN KPIs and our Business Plan.
* Maintain a strong connection with GBN's business reporting teams to support the collation of content for presentation in regular sponsorship performance meetings.
* Monitor adherence to the terms and conditions outlined in the GBN governance documents.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:
* A process-oriented mindset with a drive for creating clarity and structure.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences and fostering collaboration.
* Strong understanding of government processes, regulations, and compliance requirements in relation to sponsorship or public-sector projects. Government or Arm's Length Body experience required.
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and develop effective solutions.
* Exceptional organisational skills including the ability to prioritise effectively on behalf of others and deliver with accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
* Experienced project/programme manager.
* Excellent written and visual communication skills.
* Comfortable in highly ambiguous environments.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field or demonstrable experience. Master's degree beneficial.
Please complete our short application form to apply for this role. If shortlisted, one of our Talent Attraction Leads will be in touch to discuss the position in more detail. Good luck with your application!
At GBN, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. If you require any support or adjustments to help you with your application, please contact us, and we will be happy to provide assistance.
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