- develop, monitor and review the Council Plan and ensure its priorities are embedded throughout all council activity, other plans and strategies, and processes such as performance reporting and budget setting.
- provide corporate support and guidance on strategy and plan development.
- undertake policy, strategy, research and project development to progress corporate priorities and continuous improvement.
- support colleagues from across the council on projects and initiatives, as required.
- provide quality briefings, research intelligence, policy advice, project proposals and evaluation which will enable Liverpool City Council to influence the policies and activities of government and partner agencies/bodies at national, city region and local levels.
- Excellent broad knowledge of public policy and issues affecting local government and cities
- Expertise and achievement within specific and relevant policy areas
- Substantial experience of writing, and developing organisational strategies and plans
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write concise, accurate reports and to clearly communicate complex information in a manner appropriate to different audiences
Senior Policy Officer - Liverpool, United Kingdom - Liverpool City Council
Description
About the RoleWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced strategy and policy professional to join our corporate policy team.
We are seeking experienced applicants with a successful track record and a passion for innovative, creative, evidence-based strategy and project development.
The post holder will support the review and delivery of our Council Plan and its vision to make Liverpool: fairer, cleaner, stronger for all.
As Senior Policy Officer you will help shape and deliver this transformational agenda through collaborating with a wide range of colleagues and partners.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise and to work with a wide range of influencers.
Responsibilities:
You will:
What You'll Need:
If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Martin Thompson on
Please note shortlisting is scheduled to take place week commencing Monday 29 April 2024 and interviews on week commencing Monday 13 May 2024.
Please note that in accordance with the Council's policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
How to Apply and Additional Information
For details on how to apply for this vacancy with Liverpool City Council please scroll to the end of the advert of this vacancy and click on Apply for job.
We advise you save the job description and person specification on your own device ( laptop, tablet, mobile), as once the closing date has passed they will not be accessible.
We value our employees and aim to create a positive, progressive, and open work culture that supports everyone to thrive.
Working for Liverpool City Council has some great benefits, You can also
We are working hard to ensure that the council is inclusive in recruitment, retention, support, and progression.
If you have ambition for yourself and this city, thrive on challenges and getting results, share our values and strive to make others feel valued, then we want to hear from you.
If you live in Liverpool, are unemployed, and require help with your application, please contact our employment and skills team at or on to register and receive support. More information at
Liverpool City Council is committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and believe that the decision to appoint should be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010 such as the application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact the recruitment team via