Are you interested in shaping the future of sustainable transport? Are you looking for a role with true impact? Then you’ve come to the right place.Voi was founded in 2018 with a vision to create cities made for living, free from noise and pollution. Our mission is to provide everyone with affordable and easy-to-use micromobility options, thereby reducing reliance on cars and contributing to the fight against climate change.

Currently operating in 12 countries and more than 100 cities, Voi is on an amazing growth and profitability journey, and we’re currently looking for a Senior Public Policy Manager for the UK. In the UK we operate in 15 towns and cities including Cambridge, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Liverpool, London, Northampton, Oxford, Portsmouth and Southampton. As we look to grow further across the UK, we are looking for smart and dedicated people to join us on our mission - creating safe, sustainable and reliable micro-mobility for everyone.The micro-mobility scene is ever changing. As a Voiager you’ll not only be part of our journey, you’ll have the opportunity to have an impact on, and improve our ways of working. This is a chance to leave your mark. Ready to embark?

YOUR MISSION AT VOI

The Senior Public Policy Manager, UK will build and develop highly effective, trusted and resilient relationships with MPs, local authority councillors, policymakers, regulators and public transport authorities, universities and partner organistions. These relationships are critical to cementing and growing Voi’s position as the

The next 12 months will be an exciting time at Voi due to a new government being in place and the growing interest from cities and those within the industry to progress legislation. Long-promised legislation is needed to provide long-term certainty for rental e-scooters as well as provide regulatory powers for cities to manage rental e-bikes. In addition, a number of cities are expected to introduce shared micromobility programmes of their own and Voi is keen that they choose us as the leading provider. If successful with your application you would be progressing legislation, expanding to new cities, exploring partnership opportunities, and ensuring stakeholders know of the exciting initiatives underway across Voi communities.

• Represent Voi in government and other stakeholder meetings, acting as one of Voi’s policy relationship holders for UK cities e.g. London, etc.
• Develop and own stakeholder management, policy position papers and other communications content.
• Seek out and deliver strategic partnerships to advance sustainable transport alternatives.
• Support Voi’s market development activities by engaging cities on the opportunities of shared micromobility including e-bikes and e-scooters.
• Lead tender bids and written submissions.
• Act as a nominated spokesperson for Voi in the media and public facing events.
• Monitor and navigate the regulatory environment, identifying and engaging with core stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO EMBARK

At Voi, you’ll come across new opportunities regularly. We’re operating in uncharted territory. Having proven previous experience and a record of problem solving will prove valuable along the way.

Required

• 6+ years of experience working in close, regular contact with a range of stakeholders, and managing those relationships.
• Experience of close engagement with elected councillors and politicians and their officers, membership and advocacy organisations.
• Impeccable written and verbal communication skills; you will be able to confidently and persuasively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, adapting your messaging for your audience.
• A proven history of achieving good outcomes when dealing with challenging audiences and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, and the ability to juggle a range of different tasks and responsibilities.

Desired

• Demonstrable interest in the transport sector and an understanding of transport infrastructure as it relates to governance in the UK.
• Demonstrable interest in sustainability issues e.g. net zero targets.
• Experience working with road safety bodies and / or organisations representing all road users e.g. pedestrians.
• Experience working with journalists and the media.
• Project management experience.
• An established network of relevant contacts.

WHY VOI?

Micromobility is ever evolving, and no day is like the other. Working at Voi is more than simply having a job; Our People Promise includes a personal Voiage where you will grow as a professional and be part of a team and culture that builds something meaningful for society. It also includes:

• Flexible public holidays / 25 days of paid vacation
• Annual health contribution
• Flexible hours/work from home
• Free Voi pass
• Stock options scheme

RIDE WITH VOI TO THE FUTURE

Launched in August 2018, Voi is a Swedish micro mobility company offering electric scooter sharing in partnership with cities and local communities around Europe. We believe that light electric vehicles can be part in changing how people move in cities by providing a more sustainable and fun solution to established transport modes. We want the transformation to happen in the right way—through innovation, open and transparent dialogue with cities and governments and by adapting to local needs. At Voi, we know that diversity fuels innovation & creativity and we welcome people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to take part in our journey. Join Voi and ride the future with us!

DIVERSITY MATTERS

We believe that having a wide diversity of people with different backgrounds and perspectives within Voi is essential to our achievement in delivering the best user experience to our equally diverse user base. With employees from over 50 nationalities working within Voi, we believe we have made good progress but know we can still do more. Regardless of your gender, background or sexual orientation we welcome applications from whoever you are - what’s important for us is what skills and value you can bring to the Voi team. And of course that you’re a great Voi culture add ! Therefore we actively discourage any photos, personal letters or disclosure of any information that concerns other information than your professional experience.