Commercial Policy Advisor

Commercial Policy Advisor £450 per day Umbrella 3 days per week on site SW1A, London Contract open until Apr 2027 Security Clearance: Active Security Check (SC) required Eligibility: Sole UK National Applications Close on 12/4/26 Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced policy professionals to support the development and delivery of government policy within a high-profile, fast-paced UK Govt department at Whitehall. The role will focus on producing high-quality policy advice, drafting submissions, and supporting decision-making on complex and sensitive issues. You will work across government to develop policy solutions, support ministerial submissions, and contribute to cross-government priorities. Key Responsibilities * Develop, draft, and refine high-quality policy papers, briefings, and submissions * Provide clear, concise, and credible policy advice to senior stakeholders and Ministers * Work collaboratively across government departments and external partners to influence and shape policy outcomes * Support the development of policy solutions to novel, complex, and sensitive issues * Deliver high-quality outputs at pace in a dynamic environment * Build and maintain strong working relationships across a broad stakeholder network Essential Criteria * Active SC Clearance and Sole UK National status * Proven experience working in a central government policy role (e.g., MOD, Home Office, FCDO desirable) * Strong track record of writing policy papers, briefings, and ministerial submissions * Experience providing high-quality written and verbal policy advice to senior stakeholders, including Ministers * Demonstrated ability to work across departments and with cross-government stakeholders to influence decision-making * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines and at pace Desirable Experience * Experience developing policy solutions in complex or sensitive subject areas * Familiarity with cross-government policy development and approval processes Assessment Criteria (Top 3) 1. Experience in a central government policy role 2. Experience writing policy papers and submissions 3. Stakeholder management and strong communication skills (written and verbal) Application Information Closing date for applications: Wednesday 22nd April Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website