Public Policy Manager, EMEA

6 days ago


Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Vantage Data Centers Full time

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers is a leading provider of data center solutions, committed to delivering high-quality services to its customers. We are dedicated to creating a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect, and acceptance, where diversity is celebrated and valued.

We power, cool, protect, and connect the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers, and large enterprises. Our innovative approach to data center design has resulted in dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency, and sustainability, making us a trusted partner for businesses around the world.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager – Public Policy for UK and Ireland (UK/I) to join our team. This role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and reporting on our public affairs program in these markets. The successful candidate will partner with internal stakeholders to determine our policy priorities, build relationships with key stakeholders, and engage with governments to advocate for our position on various issues, including energy, permitting, sustainability policies, and regulatory environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a strategic public policy engagement plan to drive business objectives at the national and local levels in England, Wales, and Ireland.
  • Research and track current and emerging policy issues across geographies, engage internal stakeholders to determine our position, priorities, and risks in each market.
  • Develop strategies to navigate and impact policy objectives; engage with public stakeholders at all levels to advance our public policy interests.
  • Collaborate with our New Site Development, Engineering, Legal, Energy, Construction, and Operations teams on key issues and workstreams.
  • Engage on expansion and pre-development processes with our Market Development, Site Selection, and New Site Development teams.
  • Support and drive forward the development and execution of community engagement programs in jurisdictions where we operate or plan to operate in UK/I.
  • Oversee third-party public affairs agencies and industry associations in UK/I.
  • Build and manage relationships with public affairs counterparts in the industry and with our customers.

Requirements

  • At least 5-7 years of hands-on experience in public policy, government relations, civil service, policy advisory, or similar in the UK is required. Experience in Ireland and other northern European markets is a strong plus.
  • Experience in energy-related and/or large-scale development industries or projects is strongly preferred. Data center experience is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Bachelor's degree in political science, economics, international relations, public policy, international law, public law, humanities, behavioral sciences, or similar is required. Post-graduate degree in a related field is preferred.
  • A strong understanding of the national and local level policy environment and mechanisms in England, Wales, and Ireland is strongly desired, with hands-on experience navigating and shaping policy within this context.
  • Experience working on policies related to energy, artificial intelligence, planning, sustainability, and/or infrastructure development is preferred.
  • Experience lobbying and engaging political and national level stakeholders in UK/I to shape the national regulatory environment.
  • A strong network with relevant UK and Irish ministries and public stakeholder ecosystems is preferred.
  • Experience managing third-party public affairs agencies is a plus.
  • Business-fluency English is mandatory.
  • A creative and strategic thinker with the ability to understand complex issues and identify clear and effective action plans to resolve them.
  • Empathetic and strong stakeholder engagement skills are required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to internal and external audiences, including senior government officials and company executives.
  • A team player that is comfortable working in a matrixed organization and driving forward business value creation.
  • Significant travel is required.

What We Offer

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above-market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training, and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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