Up to £43,500 per annum, car allowance of £7,965
37.5 hours per week; flexible working opportunities available
Generous pension contribution
Full -time, home based with some UK-wide travel.
External Affairs Manager
Closing date: : 13th October 2025
We’re hiring an External Affairs Manager to be the voice of the ECITB in government, industry, and beyond. This is your chance to shape the future of the engineering construction sector by building high-level relationships, driving collaboration, and championing our mission on skills and workforce development. If you’re a natural networker with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and the drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information about the role and its responsibilities, view the role profile here.
About you
- Experience in external affairs, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement, with exposure to engineering, construction, or skills development sectors an advantage.
- Understanding of the UK political landscape and policymaking processes.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive written materials and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
- Ability to design and deliver effective external engagement strategies.
- Skilled at building and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, securing trust and support.
- Able to work independently, balance multiple priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the engineering construction sectors and the skills and workforce development challenges.
- Current engagements with strategic networks across government, industry, or media.
- Experience organising stakeholder events and public engagements.
- Experience drafting speeches or supporting high-level communications.
What we offer
- Company laptop and mobile phone provided.
- 37.5 hours p/week with daily flexi-start and finish.
- 25 days holiday including Christmas closure, rising to 30 over the first 5 years’ service.
- Generous pension scheme via salary sacrifice.
- Cycle to work and e-car lease schemes.
- Flexible holiday purchase scheme.
- Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay, and leave.
- Home office set-up assistance
How to apply
Applications are via our online portal. Your CV should be no more than two pages. A cover statement of max 500 words is required outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience make you the ideal candidate for this role.
Apply here for External Affairs Manager