Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

Salary: £42,000 up to £55,000 dependent upon experience

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

Security Level: BPSS

Visa Restrictions: This position does not offer visa sponsorship

We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

Support the delivery of stakeholder engagement and consultation activity across the Directorate of Airspace & ATM Infrastructure (DAATMI), with a primary focus on the transition toward next‑generation standards, interoperability frameworks, and any future adoption of new policies.

You will contribute to the design and delivery of engagement activity that enables stakeholders to understand, shape, and respond to emerging regulatory and policy developments, including those relating to airspace modernisation, future surveillance, and integration of new and existing airspace users.

The role will support engagement across DAATMI, including Airspace, ATM and Aerodromes (AAA), ensuring a joined up and consistent approach to stakeholder engagement across complex and interdependent programmes.

Core Accountabilities

Stakeholder Engagement Delivery

• Deliver stakeholder engagement activity in support of FATMANS programmes, including future surveillance, interoperability, and airspace integration initiatives
• Support the development and implementation of engagement plans, ensuring activity is proportionate, targeted, and aligned to programme objectives
• Engage a broad range of stakeholders including General Aviation, commercial operators, UAS operators, manufacturers, ANSPs, airports, and government partners

Consultation & Evidence Gathering

• Support the design and delivery of consultation and pre consultation activity, including preparation of materials, stakeholder mapping, and identification of appropriate engagement channels
• Deliver engagement activities such as workshops, surveys, and stakeholder meetings to gather evidence and insight
• Analyse stakeholder feedback and contribute to consultation responses, policy development, and decision-making processes
• Communications & Content Development
• Develop clear and accessible engagement materials that translate complex technical and regulatory concepts into plain English
• Contribute to integrated engagement and communications campaigns across digital, social, and in person channels
• Ensure messaging is consistent and aligned across Future ATM & ANS and wider DAATMI programmes

Cross-DAATMI Coordination

• Support coordination of engagement activity across DAATMI, including AAA programmes, to ensure alignment and reduce duplication
• Work collaboratively with policy, technical, legal, and communications teams across the CAA
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of stakeholder engagement approaches and best practice

Stakeholder Interface & Representation

• Represent the CAA at stakeholder meetings, workshops, and industry forums as required
• Support senior colleagues in managing stakeholder relationships, including preparation of briefings and follow up actions
• Act as a point of contact for stakeholder queries within defined areas, escalating more complex or sensitive issues appropriately

About You

Minimum essential requirements for the role:

• Experience in stakeholder engagement, consultation, communications, or policy delivery within a complex environment
• Experience supporting or delivering engagement activity involving multiple and diverse stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities
• Ability to analyse stakeholder feedback and contribute to evidence-based outputs
• Collaborative and proactive approach, working effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Desirable skills for the role:

• Experience in aviation, aerospace, transport, or other regulated sectors
• Understanding of airspace modernisation, ATM/ANS, or emerging aviation technologies
• Experience supporting consultation processes or regulatory policy development
• Awareness of UK government or regulatory stakeholder environments
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence at all levels.
• Confident public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience with stakeholder models and ROI tracking for engagement campaigns

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

BPSS - To be vetted you must have the right to work in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken.

If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.

For more information on BPSS clearance please visit - BPSS clearance

The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked to complete a declaration of interest.

Relocation & Property

The CAA will be relocating from Aviation House (Our Gatwick Office) to new premises in a few years’ time. Our move is driven by strategic, operational and environmental considerations.

We will be moving to a new local home, up to a 15-mile radius of Aviation House, to minimise disruption for our valued colleagues and customers.

We are now working with colleagues and visitors to understand what we need in our new office, before we start our property search. We will sell Aviation House and land, vacate the site and move to new premises, but we do not expect to move before 2028

Inclusive Recruitment

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

Use of Artificial Intelligence by candidates in the CAA recruitment process

We recognise that many of our candidates find Artificial Intelligence to be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be rejected on that basis.

Working With Us

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!

Our Values

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

Closing Date: Tuesday 26th May 2026

Interview Date: W/C Monday 15th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

No recruitment agencies please.