Director of Public Policy

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom GUARDIAN NEWS AND MEDIA Full time

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We're now looking for a Director of Public Policy to direct and coordinate all government affairs matters for GNM, working closely with key company executives to identify and pursue opportunities in the UK and internationally to advance the global and regional policy objectives of GNM.

About the Role

Build and execute a proactive GNM public affairs strategy, aligned to business priorities.
Design, lead and manage the implementation of public affairs projects.
Provide expert counsel and identify specific actions related to opportunities and threats presented by government policy.
Create an engagement programme for senior GNM executives to meet with senior policy-makers.
Work with international colleagues to ensure that GNM policy and advocacy activities are coordinated across global offices.
Write clear, compelling briefings, letters and consultations to make the best case possible for business and editorial priorities.
Work closely with communications team colleagues to manage the profiles of GNM's senior management team in all public affairs matters, and lead on preparation of comprehensive interview briefings and writing speeches and presentations as required.
Input to industry groups where appropriate and represent GNM in public forums.
Condense and explain complex legal or legislative texts into clean briefings, both verbal and written.
Develop strong relationships with public affairs counterparts at priority clients and partners.

About YouThe candidate will bring considerable experience of managing successful and innovative public affairs campaigns in complex, issues-rich organisations.
Leadership, the ability to impact at the most senior level, and to bring solutions in a busy work environment are necessary qualities.
Frontline public affairs experience covering proactive and tactical planning across a range of different channels and media, including face-to-face engagement.
An impressive track record of achievement in public affairs gained at senior level within media, broadcasting or an industry of similar scale and complexity.
Knowledge of how Westminster and Whitehall work, as well as an understanding of how the UK interacts with international agendas.
Politically and media savvy, with a track record of successful issues-led campaigns that set the policy agenda.
An excellent campaigner with the ability to construct a powerful and compelling argument, good understanding of what drives media agendas, stakeholder mapping, understanding of the relevant stakeholders and their agendas.
A deep knowledge on communications, technology and journalism is preferable.
Exceptional writing ability - with an emphasis on turning complex issues into digestible briefings.
Confident representing the GNM or parts of the organisation in public, sometimes under intense scrutiny.

You can see the job description here.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 1st August 2024.

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Karen Walter on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

Benefits at the Guardian

Culture & Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and Pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Our Working Environment

We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.

Additional Benefits & Policies

We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

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