Senior Government Relations Adviser
Full Time, Permanent (Office based)
Location: Aberdeen, Scotland (Applicants must be based in Aberdeen or a commutable distance to be considered)
Competitive Salary and Benefits
We’re looking for a dynamic and politically astute Senior Government Relations Adviser to lead OEUK’s engagement with political stakeholders across the UK, Scotland, and Europe. Based in Aberdeen, you’ll help shape strategic external affairs initiatives that promote the offshore energy sector and support the energy transition.
You’ll monitor political developments, coordinate responses to consultations, and build trusted relationships with government officials, regulators, academia, and industry bodies.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver impactful external affairs strategies aligned with OEUK’s priorities.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across Westminster, Holyrood, Brussels, and regional authorities.
- Monitor political landscapes and provide timely intelligence and strategic responses.
- Draft high-quality briefings, consultation responses, and policy papers.
- Track parliamentary activity and coordinate OEUK’s engagement.
- Organise stakeholder meetings and events.
- Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging.
- Participate in the media on-call rota and travel across the UK as needed.
- Key Account Management
About You
We’re seeking someone with:
- Strong knowledge of government and parliamentary procedures.
- Proven experience in advocacy and stakeholder engagement
- Understanding of UK and Scottish energy policy, especially offshore energy is advantageous
- Proven ability to influence policy through lobbying
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage complex information and work under pressure.
- High standards of professionalism and ethical behaviour.
Why work at OEUK?
The global energy industry is in transition so at OEUK you will get the opportunity to contribute to the progress that the UK offshore energy industry is making to meet our net zero targets, supporting our members, developing key skills, being able to participate and make a difference.
The development of our employees is the key to our success, and we support this by offering the following benefits:
- Flexible / hybrid working
- Learning and development opportunities
- 27 days annual leave
- Competitive pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Purchase / sell leave
- Life cover 4 x salary
In return this position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package for the right individual. You can view the full job description on our website.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sabbatical
- Sick pay
- Transport links
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aberdeen, AB11 5QP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- I have proven experience influencing policy through lobbying?
- I have a network of contacts including MP's, SPAD, Clerks, etc in the current or previous government?
- I am located in Aberdeen or a commutable distance?
- I have experience working with senior stakeholders in my industry?
- I do not require sponsorship?
Experience:
- UK Parlimentary: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person