Believ
Head of Public Affairs
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About Us
At Believ, formerly known as Liberty Charge, we believe sustainable transport should be accessible to everyone. We’re a Charge Point Operator (CPO) on a mission to create the UK’s most reliable electric vehicle charging network that doesn’t cost the earth and leaves no one behind.
We work closely with local authorities and businesses to deliver reliable, high quality charging networks at pace, at scale and at zero cost.
We offer all the advantages of being a scale-up business, but with the added security and long-term backing from well-known parents - Liberty Global (who also own our delivery partner, Virgin Media O2) and Zouk Capital (who manage the Government’s Charging Investment Infrastructure Fund).
You’ll be joining this exciting journey at the start of our scale-up phase, and work with us to hit the ambitious targets our shareholders have set. You’ll become part of a passionate and supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic and result-driven environment.
About The Role
You will be responsible for leading our strategic relationships with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders and partners, ensuring Believ remains at the forefront of the EV charging revolution in the UK. The role will entail you leveraging deep industry knowledge, established networks, and proven experience in public affairs, policy influence, and commercial development within the EV or adjacent sectors.
You will work closely with key internal stakeholders to provide considered responses and industry engagement in line with our company’s vision and objectives, supporting business sectors effectively in communicating our offer. This role will engage closely with the sales and commercial teams to ensure they are provided with an excellent platform from which to drive leads and grow the sales pipeline, our products team and our operations
Key Responsibilities
Public Affairs and Policy Leadership
- Develop and execute Believ's public affairs strategy to shape and influence EV policy and regulatory frameworks across local and national levels. Including developing and executing campaigns to influence EV policy and initiatives aligning to business objectives.
- Engage with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and public sector stakeholders to advocate for Believ's interests in EV infrastructure policy, planning, and funding initiatives.
- Monitor and interpret policy changes, communicating implications and opportunities to the executive team and relevant departments.
- Lead Believ's consultation responses, ensuring they are evidence-based, strategically positioned, and submitted with impact.
- Identify emerging policy risks and opportunities and brief the leadership team clearly and early.
- Identify and collaborate with relevant partners on joint initiatives that drive and support Believ’s public affairs agenda.
Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
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- Build and maintain a robust network of industry contacts, fostering key relationships to support Believ's position in the EV ecosystem.
- Represent Believ at industry events, conferences, and public forums to raise the company's profile and influence in the EV charging space.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for industry associations, public bodies, and commercial partners, ensuring Believ's strategic objectives are well-represented.
Communications
- Develop and execute a thought leadership programme aligning with Believ’s public affairs strategy
- Commission and publish original research, data, and position papers that drive media coverage and policy debate
- Write and place op-eds, briefing notes, and commentary under senior Believ bylines in target publications, national press, trade media, and political titles
- Work closely with the marketing team to ensure thought leadership content is amplified effectively across owned and earned channels
- Prepare senior leaders for media appearances, select committee appearances, and high-profile speaking engagements
- Identify and secure keynote and panel opportunities at the right industry and policy events
Leadership and Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with the marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure alignment of partnership initiatives with Believ’s business objectives.
- Report to senior leadership on progress, challenges, and opportunities within the public affairs and partnership domains, advising on policy developments and partnership potential.
- Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, providing clear counsel on political, policy and stakeholder developments, associated risks and emerging opportunities.
- Report to senior leadership on progress, challenges and opportunities across public affairs and strategic partnerships, providing recommendations where appropriate.
- Build strong relationships across the business to ensure public affairs considerations are embedded into relevant commercial and operational decision-making.
- Bring together relevant internal stakeholders to develop clear and consistent positions on key policy and regulatory issues affecting the business.
- Ensure consistency of messaging and positioning across public affairs, communications, marketing and wider external engagement.
About You
At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as us about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all. The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of Public Sector Funding: Understanding of public sector funding streams (e.g., ORCS, OZEV grants) and experience with securing government support.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills, with an ability to drive initiatives from concept to completion in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical Ability: Ability to analyse industry trends and legislative developments to anticipate impacts on business strategy.
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Key Qualifications And Experience
- Industry Expertise: Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public affairs, business development, or partnerships within the EV charging, renewable energy, or automotive sectors.
- Network and Contacts: Established network of contacts within government, public sector bodies, industry associations, and potential commercial partners in the EV ecosystem.
- Strategic Insight: Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape affecting EV charging infrastructure in the UK and an ability to navigate complex policy frameworks.
- Relationship Management: Proven track record in building and maintaining long-term strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Negotiation and Communication: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and advocacy skills, with the ability to influence senior-level decision-makers.
- Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading teams and working cross-functionally to achieve strategic goals.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year*
- Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical insurance, critical illness cover, dental, optical & travel insurance, income protection and life assurance
- Pension contribution matched up to 10%
- Access to our car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme
- Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
- 16 hours a year Volunteer Time Off to support causes that are important to you
- Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers
- Access to VIP Arena Suites at the O2 Arena (London) and First Direct Arena (Leeds)
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Our core office hours are 10am - 4pm, Mon-Fri (so early birds/night owls can find a pattern that suits them, as long as it also works for their team)
- This perk can only be availed for the following calendar year by employees who started before 1st December
Location
The business is currently based in our office in Southwark. The position is full time, hybrid with 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) based in the office. Believ is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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