Head of Corporate Affairs (12 months FTC & Part-Time)

Job description

This is a 12 Months Fixed-Term contract and Part-Time position equating to 3 days per week (Monday, Wednesday and one other day of your choosing).

What you'll doPolicy and regulatory leadership

Lead the analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape, assessing its impact on IGD's programmes and discerning implications for the food and consumer goods businesses.

Develop clear, evidence-based policy positions that drive impact, shaping IGD's advocacy and informing engagement with industry and government stakeholders.

Corporate affairs network leadership

Build and maintain strong relationships with key government departments and policymakers, ensuring IGD is well-connected, informed and able to contribute constructively to relevant policy discussions.

Develop and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders in Corporate Affairs functions to drive engagement and alignment with IGD's initiatives.

Government relations

Build and maintain strong relationships with key government departments and policymakers, ensuring IGD is well-connected, informed and able to contribute constructively to relevant policy discussions.

Develop and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders in Corporate Affairs functions to drive engagement and alignment with IGD's initiatives.

Representation and speaking engagements

Represent IGD on relevant speaking platforms, including Boardroom briefings and Industry Forums, ensuring effective communication of perspectives.

What we're looking for

Possess a strong understanding of the strategic challenges faced by the food and consumer goods industry.

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the policy landscape.

Exhibit the ability to navigate and interpret regulatory frameworks.

Display excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Engage effectively with diverse stakeholders at various levels.

The rewardsWe offer a range of benefits, including a market leading pension, a bonus scheme, the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. You will have a great work-life balance, where you are empowered & trusted to manage your time.

The locationWe are operating a hybrid approach to working with a mix of home and office-based working. We are based in a very accessible location within the M25, just 20 miles from Central London.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Watford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English