Senior Government & Public Affairs Consultant, Jobs2030 (Freelance, Director level) at Zola

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Banking, Fintech, Financial Services, Education, TrainingIndustries

Requirements

10-15+ years in government affairs, public policy, or advocacy in the UK, ideally across both advisory (Senior Director/Practice Director level) and in-house (Head Of/Director level) roles, with at least 5 years of senior leadership experience
Strong, established relationships with senior government officials, parliamentary stakeholders, and relevant industry bodies
Proven track record of influencing policy outcomes and securing high-level stakeholder support for large-scale initiatives
Experience in the consumer fintech and banking sector a plus but not a pre-requisite
Experience building cross-sector coalitions, ideally in skills, employment, education, or financial services
Demonstrable experience in re-skilling and cross-skilling initiatives within government and Whitehall a plus
Highly organised, able to manage multiple engagements at pace, and comfortable executing at both strategic and tactical levels
Confident in representing initiatives to senior decision-makers, media, and the public
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for persuasive messaging
Proactive, adaptable, and thrives in fast-paced, politically sensitive environments
Passionate about Jobs 2030’s mission and committed to driving national impact through workforce reskilling

Responsibilities

Create a public affairs and stakeholder engagement plan to scale Jobs 2030’s presence nationally, aligned with parliamentary cycles and the 2026 Labour Conference, industry events, and major skills and employment policy milestones
Work closely with Zopa’s leadership, policy, communications, and partnerships teams to develop compelling narratives that resonate with government, industry bodies, and potential partners
Develop and help execute high-impact engagement campaigns targeting MPs, civil servants, trade bodies, and policy influencers to secure buy-in for Jobs2030
Attract and onboard new member partners from the banking, fintech, education, and training sectors to join the Jobs2030 mission
Prepare the Zopa Leadership Team to present the Jobs2030 initiative at parliamentary events, select committee hearings, industry roundtables, and conferences – where applicable
Track engagement outcomes, partner acquisition metrics, and policy influence, providing insights to refine strategy
Design and launch joint initiatives with member partners to showcase Jobs 2030’s impact and scale adoption
Lead the strategic expansion of the Jobs 2030 reskilling initiative across the UK, attracting new member partners, and championing the initiative with senior government officials, industry bodies, and strategic stakeholders
Take a hands-on approach to stakeholder and government engagement, partnership building, and high-level advocacy, working closely with cross-functional teams

Skills

Public Affairs

Government Relations

Stakeholder Engagement

Partnership Building

Advocacy

Strategic Planning

Coalition Building

Policy Engagement

Communications

Event Alignment

Zola

Online wedding planning and registry platform

About Zola

Zola.com is an online platform designed for couples planning their weddings. It offers a variety of services including customizable wedding invitations, venue and vendor recommendations, and a gift registry that allows couples to manage gifts, experiences, and cash funds all in one place. The platform simplifies the wedding planning process by providing tools for managing guest lists, tracking RSVPs, and meal selections. Zola stands out from competitors by allowing couples to exchange gifts for credit before they are shipped, enhancing the gift-giving experience. The company generates revenue through commissions from vendors and venues booked through its platform, as well as from the sale of wedding-related products. Zola's goal is to provide a seamless and user-friendly experience for engaged couples, making wedding planning easier and more organized.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$164.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Emerging platforms offering similar services at lower costs threaten Zola's market share.

Economic downturns may reduce spending on weddings, impacting Zola's revenue.

Expansion into baby registries may dilute Zola's brand focus on weddings.

Differentiation

Zola offers a unique AI tool to balance wedding planning decisions.

Zola's comprehensive platform includes customizable invitations and vendor recommendations.

Zola's guest list management tool streamlines RSVP tracking and meal selections.

Upsides

Zola's AI tool aligns with the trend of integrating AI in wedding planning.

The rise of micro-weddings creates demand for Zola's tailored services.

Zola's digital marketing can leverage increased social media use for wedding planning.

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