Mohied Miah
8 Cleeve House, Calvert Avenue, Shoreditch, London
Summary
Senior public policy leader with over fourteen years’ experience shaping UK legislative and regulatory outcomes in highly scrutinised environments. Extensive experience engaging Ministers, Parliamentarians, senior civil servants, regulators, central banks, and industry stakeholders to anticipate policy risk, influence decision-making, advance shared strategic priorities, and advance evidence-based outcomes. Trusted adviser with strong commercial awareness, able to translate complex political and regulatory developments into clear, actionable insight. Recognised for high emotional intelligence and sound judgement, building trusted relationships across government, regulators, representative bodies, local government, and the Devolved Administrations. Excels in strategic planning, team leadership, and detailed execution, ready to bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Transport for London.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Pension Protection Policy & Reform
DWP
London, SW1H 9NA
06.2022 - Current
- Oversaw delivery of high-profile DB pension reforms across £1 trillion private pensions market, announced at Budget and introduced in Pensions Schemes Bill, unlocking £160bn of DB scheme surplus, introducing inflation proofing for compensation scheme members, and amending £100m levy rules for employers.
- Advised Ministers on politically and fiscally sensitive reforms, balancing consumer protection, market confidence, and long-term investment while ensuring effective operation of private sector Defined Benefit (DB) pensions protection, including oversight of Pensions Protection Fund managing £39 billion of assets for 295,000 members.
- Led government and regulatory engagement with HM Treasury, regulators, Parliamentarians, and industry bodies, coordinating cross-government response during gilt market disruption with HM Treasury and Bank of England, mitigating systemic risk and restoring market confidence.
Assistant Director, Building Safety Regulators
MHCLG
London, SW1P 4DF
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Creating from inception a new team and providing strategic leadership to deliver a new construction products regulator and legislative framework for construction products standards and safety through the Building Safety Act following the Grenfell Tower fire.
- Secured long-term funding through HM Treasury Spending Review negotiations; oversaw economic, financial, and operational modelling of business case to ensure alignment with funding objectives.
- Advocated for new regulatory frameworks, governance, and enforcement models to ensure proportionate regulation and enhance market confidence, particularly regarding general insurance products.
- Developed governance and framework agreement between department and regulator; briefed ministers and senior leaders on progress, assuring delivery of ambitions and timelines.
Deputy Head of Division, Housing Diversification
MHCLG
London, SW1P 4DF
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Senior leadership and oversight of a small team successfully securing £320m outside of a fiscal event to safeguard development of 7,500 homes at - Brent Cross Cricklewood – against immovable Network Rail deadlines following withdrawal of a private sector partner.
- Negotiated with HMT, DfT, local government, and senior developers to secure timely outcomes, establishing a robust evidence base for intervention.
- Led the overall programme for the fifth largest regeneration project in the UK, managing a budget of £418m and monitoring delivery progress by establishing enhanced oversight through the Government Assurance Board.
- Led team to deliver Housing White Paper commitments, diversifying market and stimulating growth of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) to enhance automation in construction, collaborating with cross-government colleagues to support objectives that attract foreign direct investment.
National Engagement Lead: Bangladesh
Home Office
London, SE1 3QU
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed engagement strategies to connect Home Office, diaspora communities, overseas governments, and international partners on sensitive policy issues, fostering collaboration and understanding.
- Built trusted relationships across Whitehall, diplomatic missions, and external stakeholders while overseeing a geographically diverse team to enhance cross-regional cooperation.
- Collaborated with cross-Whitehall colleagues in UK and overseas to design and implement a reintegration programme, facilitating opportunities for vulnerable returnees through the assisted voluntary return service.
Policy Adviser
Home Office
London, SW1P 4DF
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Supported development of technology and digital policy to enhance policing effectiveness. Developed evidence base and corporate assessment of new legislation and process changes aligned with corporate strategy.
- Delivered senior‑level stakeholder engagement events, including inaugural Police ICT Supplier Summit that united government, policing leaders, and industry to foster police IT collaboration. Facilitated keynote address by Home Secretary.
- Reviewed international policies to identify opportunities for alignment and collaboration.
- Conducted comprehensive research to support policy proposals, employing both qualitative and quantitative methods.
Adviser Team Manager
DWP
London, NW5 2AG
07.2012 - 09.2014
- Promoted to Adviser Team Manager from Personal Adviser, managed budget and led team of 12 to support claimants transitioning from welfare to work.
Education
LLB Law (Hons) - Law
University of Westminster
London, ENG01-2011
A LEVELS -
Hackney Community College
London, ENG01-2008
GCSEs -
Bethnal Green Technology College
London, ENG01-2006
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Legislative Reform
- Public Policy
- Outcome Driven Innovation
- Influencing Decision Making
- Senior Stakeholder Management
- Team Leadership
- Political Intelligence
- Programme Management
References
- Chandru Dissanayeke, Executive Director, The Greater London Authority, chandru.dissanayeke@london.gov.uk
- Sam Hainsworth, Deputy Director, Department for Work and Pensions, Samantha.Hainsworth@dwp.gov.uk
Timeline
Head of Pension Protection Policy & Reform
DWP
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Director, Building Safety Regulators
MHCLG
12.2019 - 06.2022
Deputy Head of Division, Housing Diversification
MHCLG
11.2017 - 12.2019
National Engagement Lead: Bangladesh
Home Office
08.2016 - 11.2017
Policy Adviser
Home Office
09.2014 - 07.2016
Adviser Team Manager
DWP
07.2012 - 09.2014
LLB Law (Hons) - Law
University of Westminster
A LEVELS -
Hackney Community College
GCSEs -
Bethnal Green Technology College