Policy and Research Executive - Birmingham, United Kingdom - SF Group

SF Group

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Policy and Research Executive

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NYC

Executive, Office Support

£ 30000 per year

Birmingham, West Midlands, England

Permanent

Hybrid Working
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Hybrid
£30k PERM
B4
Policy and Research Executive.

The Policy and Research Executive (VE) will be an excellent communicator, problem solver and team player, as well as having the ability for self-directed research and independent work.

You will have the ability to grasp issues quickly and adapt to a rapidly shifting agenda.

You will support the research team in data capture and analysis and shape the development, communication and execution of policy initiatives that support the purpose of supporting sustainable and inclusive visitor economy growth across the region.

Your work will play a key role in supporting positive outcomes for businesses and residents; contribute to the effective positioning of the Company's work with partners; and ensure that the Tourism and Hospitality Advisory Board is informed and responsive to the research, data and policy landscape.

The Policy and Research Executive will have the knowledge to engage with organisations across the public, private and higher education sectors.

You will have a forward-looking approach and will contribute to the development of effective relationships with the key stakeholders, as well as with external partners and national government departments.

Qualifications:

Professional qualification or relevant degree, or equivalent experience
Evidence of continuous professional development

Skills and attributes:

Strategic, analytical thinker
Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fastpaced environment
Ability to manage several projects; selfmotivated and deadlinedriven
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare highquality reports, presentations, and policy briefs.
Able to develop rapport and strong working relationships with a diverse range of people across the public, private and academic sectors

Knowledge and experience:

Experience of policyrelated role, preferably in economic development, the visitor economy, government, or a related field
Experience of working closely with Combined Authorities, Local Authorities and/or other key bodies (such as trade associations, business representative organisations) in a visitor economy or economic development capacity
Succinct responses to government policy consultations
Experience of developing evidencebased policy and translating it into strategies and plan
Strong data and research analysis skills
Knowledge and/or experience of international trade including exports such as inbound travel and tourism
Experience of using CRM / ERP systems
Experience of taking board notes and maintaining an action tracker
Working knowledge of the West Midlands' economy, the West Midlands Combined Authority and its constituent authorities

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