Interim Director of External Affairs

Status: FTC 6 months – Full time Location: Leatherhead - Hybrid (minimum 2 days a week onsite) Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Department: CEO Office Salary: Competitive Interview Panel: Interim CEO and Principle Officer Interview date: Week commencing 5th October

The Director of External Affairs at the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) is a leadership role that brings together strategic development, stakeholder engagement, and public advocacy. This post plays a pivotal role in enhancing PFEW’s national influence, strengthening relationships, and shaping public policy to better serve frontline officers.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director acts as a key advisor to the CEO and National Board on the external environment, long-term strategy, and organisational positioning.

Success in this role has a direct and tangible impact on members — through stronger policy advocacy, improved public perception of policing, and more effective representation of officers’ needs and rights.