Deputy Head of Government Affairs and Strategy - UK & Ireland

Company:

Boeing United Kingdom Limited

Boeing is seeking a strategic, commercially-minded influencer to join our UK & Ireland Government Affairs & Strategy team, based in Westminster, London. This role combines stakeholder engagement, industrial policy leadership, and market-shaping initiatives to strengthen Boeing’s position as a trusted partner in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and innovation across the UK.

Working closely with senior leaders across Boeing’s businesses, you will translate political, policy, and market developments into strategies that support investment, innovation, and competitiveness, shaping the external political and policy environment accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

Through advocacy, shape UK industrial strategy, trade, and market access initiatives that enable growth in aerospace and related sectors.
Lead national and engagement with governments, industry, academia, and trade bodies to drive growth in skills, manufacturing, and technology capability.
Develop and manage innovation partnerships with the Aerospace Technology Institute, universities, and research other organisations.
Provide counsel on UK political, economic, and industrial developments, advising on business implications and strategic opportunities.
Represent Boeing at high-profile political, industry, and trade events, positioning the company as an industry leader and valued partner.
Collaborate across Boeing’s business units to align policy engagement with corporate strategy and commercial objectives.
Step in for and support teams mates covering the full range of Boeing public policy issues, including defence and space.

What We Are Looking For

Proven ability to operate at the intersection of business strategy, government policy, and stakeholder engagement.
Strong understanding structures and machinations of UK Government and devolved administrations.
Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or related sectors is an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills
Strong organisation and programme management skills
Political and commercial acumen, with the ability to anticipate risks and identify growth opportunities

This job will require regular evening work (e.g. attending events and receptions), occasional weekend work (e.g. air shows); regular UK & Ireland travel (e.g. to Northern Ireland), and occasional international travel (e.g. to Seattle, Brussels or Washington DC).

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
6x annual salary life insurance
Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Deputy Head of Government Affairs and Strategy - UK & Ireland

Boeing

Working closely with senior leaders across Boeing’s businesses, you will translate political, policy, and market developments into strategies that support investment, innovation, and competitiveness, shaping the external political and policy environment accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

Through advocacy, shape UK industrial strategy, trade, and market access initiatives that enable growth in aerospace and related sectors.

Lead national and engagement with governments, industry, academia, and trade bodies to drive growth in skills, manufacturing, and technology capability.

Develop and manage innovation partnerships with the Aerospace Technology Institute, universities, and research other organisations.

Provide counsel on UK political, economic, and industrial developments, advising on business implications and strategic opportunities.

Represent Boeing at high-profile political, industry, and trade events, positioning the company as an industry leader and valued partner.

Collaborate across Boeing’s business units to align policy engagement with corporate strategy and commercial objectives.

Step in for and support teams mates covering the full range of Boeing public policy issues, including defence and space.

What We Are Looking For

Proven ability to operate at the intersection of business strategy, government policy, and stakeholder engagement.

Strong understanding structures and machinations of UK Government and devolved administrations.

Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or related sectors is an advantage

Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills

Strong organisation and programme management skills

Political and commercial acumen, with the ability to anticipate risks and identify growth opportunities

This job will require regular evening work (e.g. attending events and receptions), occasional weekend work (e.g. air shows); regular UK & Ireland travel (e.g. to Northern Ireland), and occasional international travel (e.g. to Seattle, Brussels or Washington DC).

Deputy Head of Government Affairs and Strategy - UK & Ireland

Boeing