Policy Advisor, Wireless Infrastructure - London, United Kingdom - Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Salary:

- £31,745 - £38,565

National: £31,745 £34,280 London: £35,720 £38,565
A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade:
Higher Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
DSIT
Digital, Technologies and Telecoms
Digital Infrastructure
Type of role:
Policy
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime, Job share, Parttime
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, SalfordAbout the job

Job summary:

Our priorities

Optimise public R&D investment to support areas of relative UK strength and increase the level of private R&D to make our economy the most innovative in the world.

Promote a diverse research and innovation system that connects discovery to new companies, growth and jobs - including by delivering world-class physical and digital infrastructure (such as gigabit broadband), making the UK the best place to start and grow a technology business and developing and attracting top talent.

Put public services - including the NHS and schools - at the forefront of innovation, championing new ways of working and the development of in-house STEM capability to improve outcomes for people.

Strengthen international collaboration on science and technology in line with the Integrated Review, and ensure our researchers are able to continue to work with leading scientists in Europe and around the world.

Deliver legislative and regulatory reforms to drive competition and promote innovation, including the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill and our pro-innovation approach to regulating AI.

Our Inclusive Environment

We have an inclusive culture which makes the Department a brilliant place to work where our people feel valued and can be their authentic selves.

We value difference and diversity, not only because we believe it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us be more innovative.

We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension.

We are fortunate to have a range of staff networks and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer.

We support talented people from all backgrounds to build a career and thrive.

Please note that DSIT are currently reviewing our terms and conditions and pay arrangements following Machinery of Government changes and as part of the outstanding August 2023 pay award.

Please be aware that there may be changes to the terms and conditions and pay ranges listed in this advert ahead of you starting in post.

Any changes would be implemented in early 2024.

Job description:

The Digital Infrastructure (DI) Directorate plays a leading role across government, working closely with No.10, Cabinet Office, HM Treasury, Ofcom and industry to deliver new commercial deals, policy and legislation on digital communications infrastructure.
The Wireless Infrastructure, Spectrum and Consumer (WISC) team within DI is responsible for ensuring better wireless connectivity across the UK. The team ensures that we are maximising the benefits from the development of future networks in support of the government's broader public policy goals.
It is an exciting time to join the WISC team, with the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy being published in April 2023. The Strategy set out Government's new nationwide standalone 5G ambition and a suite of measures support. Specifically, the WIS sets out plans to ensure good connectivity for all, strengthen the investment landscape, realise the full benefits of 5G, drive adoption of 5G in key economic sectors and shape the development of 6G.
The postholder will support with the implementation of the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, tracking the status of key commitments and updating senior colleagues and ministers on progress as required. Within DSIT, we work closely with colleagues across the team, Wireless Infrastructure Policy, Spectrum Policy, and Consumer Policy. Beyond DSIT, we have extensive interactions with Ofcom, industry and other Government Departments and Bodies, including Defra, HMT and DESNZ.

Person specification:

The postholder will:

Lead on coordinating responses to commissions and briefing requests from DSIT strategy, No 10, Private Office and OGDs
Support the project management for implementation of the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy and work closely with the wider team to track progress.
Support with stakeholder engagement for the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, including strategic engagement with the Mobile Network Operators and wider telecoms industry and with international stakeholders as required.
Support colleagues in the wider team on related policy and legislation as necessary.

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