UK Government Affairs And Policy Advisor

Kennedys is currently seeking a Government Affairs and Policy Advisor to join our Corporate Affairs team. This role will focus on shaping the policy and regulatory environment for the insurance industry and related sectors such as Life Sciences, Healthcare, Transport, and Construction. We are looking for an experienced candidate who can take our government affairs efforts to the next level. You will play a critical role in developing and influencing government and regulatory policy, with the objective of establishing Kennedys as the top partner for industry in the policymaker ecosystem. You will ensure that Kennedys stays up to date with relevant policy and regulatory developments in the insurance space. While the main focus will be on the UK, knowledge of the policy landscape in other jurisdictions, including the EU, is also important. Your insights will help client-facing teams provide the most accurate and up-to-date advice to our clients. You will work closely with the Corporate Affairs team to provide insight-led and action-oriented advice for corporate clients, particularly in priority themes such as climate, AI technology and innovation, ESG, and dispute resolution. Our goal is to build trusted relationships with policymakers and regulators at the national and international level, advocating for ground-breaking interventions using data, insights, and our expertise. As a key strategic advisor, you will work closely with our Director of Corporate Affairs and other members of the leadership team to establish Kennedys as a respected international legal authority with a deep understanding of policy issues.

Our Corporate Affairs team comprises professionals from law, business, academia, and government. They work with our lawyers to build stronger relationships with clients and stakeholders, providing leadership and advice on business critical issues. The team analyzes emerging business risks, as well as the impact of legal and political shifts on the international business environment. They create market reports for clients and engage with government, regulators, and industry bodies on topics such as sustainability, diversity and inclusion, dispute resolution, disruptive technologies, and data privacy. The team is based in London but is expected to expand to other regions within the Kennedys network.

Key responsibilities of the role include leading the development and execution of Kennedys' public policy engagement strategy, analyzing the impact of regulatory change, defining policy positions, representing Kennedys at stakeholder meetings, delivering regulatory and policy documents, providing external environment briefings, and developing Kennedys' external presence and connectivity. You will also be responsible for managing relationships with public affairs agencies and partners.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of policymaking and the insurance industry, at least 6 years of related experience, and a proven track record in developing public affairs campaigns and policy positions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at various levels are also essential. The role requires a proactive attitude and strong organizational skills.

Kennedys is a global law firm specializing in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,400 employees across 44 offices worldwide, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field. Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, with a particular expertise in insurance and liability claims. We pride ourselves on being a fresh-thinking firm and strive to bring new perspectives to the table. We empower our clients with innovative ideas, tools, and technology to make their lives easier and deliver exceptional results.

At Kennedys, we offer exciting and stimulating work in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We value personal growth and development and provide access to virtual learning opportunities for all employees. We also offer a range of other benefits and opportunities, including secondments and comprehensive benefits packages. Our culture is based on client service, professional excellence, hard work, and trust. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to create an inclusive recruitment process.

Kennedys is a corporate member of myGwork, an LGBTQ professional network that promotes workplace equality. We are an equal opportunities employer and expect all employees to comply with relevant policies and procedures, including those relating to information security, data protection, and quality management.

• What experience do you have in shaping policy and regulatory environments for the insurance industry?
• Can you provide examples of how you have influenced government or regulatory policy?
• How do you stay up to date with relevant policy and regulatory developments in the insurance space?
• What is your knowledge of the policy landscape in jurisdictions outside of the UK, particularly the EU?
• Can you provide examples of how you have worked with client-facing teams to provide up-to-date and accurate advice on policy and regulatory developments?
• What experience do you have in developing and executing public policy engagement strategies?
• How do you analyze political, legislative, and regulatory changes to understand their impact on the insurance industry?
• Can you give examples of your experience in developing policy positions and delivering regulatory and policy documents?
• How have you built and maintained relationships with policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders?
• Describe your experience in working in a large or global organization or within a matrixed structure.

• What are the key priorities and objectives for Kennedys' Corporate Affairs team?
• Can you provide more information about the current priority themes that the role will focus on?
• What is the vision for Kennedys' government affairs strategy and how does it align with the firm's overall goals?
• How will the successful candidate be expected to build relationships with policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders?
• Can you provide more information about the role's responsibilities in relation to policy and regulatory developments in the insurance space?