Government Relations - Specialist
Posted Today by Expleo UK LTD
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Warwickshire
Summary: The Government Relations Specialist will lead and support collaborative R&D projects at the National Automotive Innovation Centre, University of Warwick. This role focuses on driving R&D strategy and leveraging government funding to enhance innovation. The position requires effective coordination with internal teams and external partners, ensuring timely project delivery and compliance with regulations. Occasional travel and hybrid working options are available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate collaborative R&D projects across internal teams and external partners
- Support strategic planning and execution of government-funded initiatives
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones through effective planning and coordination
- Prepare formal documentation to prescribed standards
- Manage confidential information in compliance with GDPR
Key Skills:
- Strong numeracy and attention to detail
- High-level organisational and planning skills
- Excellent communication across internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with enterprise systems (e.g. SAP)
- Experience in business planning or project management environments
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently
- Experience with government-funded R&D projects (e.g. Innovate UK, EU) (desirable)
- Background in accountancy, audit, or regulated finance frameworks (desirable)
- A-Level / HND or equivalent and above
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Title: Government Relations - Specialist
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Location: National Automotive Innovation Centre, University of Warwick
We are seeking a Government Relations Specialist to lead and support cross-functional, multi-stakeholder R&D projects. This role is pivotal in driving collaborative R&D strategy, planning, and delivery-working closely with industry and academic partners to leverage government funding and accelerate innovation. You'll be based at the National Automotive Innovation Centre (NAIC) at the University of Warwick, with occasional travel to other sites and some flexibility for hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate collaborative R&D projects across internal teams and external partners
- Support strategic planning and execution of government-funded initiatives
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones through effective planning and coordination
- Prepare formal documentation to prescribed standards
- Manage confidential information in compliance with GDPR
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Strong numeracy and attention to detail
- High-level organisational and planning skills
- Excellent communication across internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with enterprise systems (e.g. SAP)
- Experience in business planning or project management environments
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently
Desirable:
- Experience with government-funded R&D projects (e.g. Innovate UK, EU)
- Background in accountancy, audit, or regulated finance frameworks
Qualifications
A-Level / HND or equivalent and above
Additional Information
Role based at NAIC, University of Warwick
Parking permit included for University-managed car parks
Hybrid working options available
Occasional travel to other sites may be required