Associate Director (Public Affairs - Tech Policy & Regulation)

About Hanbury Strategy

We turn insight into impact. Whether a client is facing a communications challenge or has a policy goal, our exceptional team uses our understanding of politics, public opinion and the press to create campaigns that work. We have a relentless focus on achieving great results for our clients.

Founded in 2016, Hanbury continues to focus on delivering client excellence and growing our business.

We are looking to bring on board a driven Associate Director with expertise in technology policy and regulation to lead client accounts and contribute to the growth of our business. This role will be pivotal in delivering strategic advice and operational support to clients across multiple sectors, and in particular in the rapidly evolving fields of online safety, AI adoption and regulation and digital infrastructure.

You will be a key member of a team that provides cutting-edge regulatory & political analysis and engagement advice to some of the most exciting global companies.

About You

The ideal candidate profile:

• Has a shrewd understanding of the UK political and regulatory landscape and experience in the tech policy and regulatory fields such as online safety, AI adoption and regulation and digital infrastructure.

• Will have at least 4-6 years of professional experience working in government, politics, a regulator, consultancy, think tank, industry body or in-house public affairs roles.

• Is dedicated to producing high quality work and going the extra mile in a fast paced environment.

• Has a collaborative leadership style, with a commitment to mentoring and developing talent within the organisation.

• Has excellent interpersonal skills to encourage respectful debate and is not afraid to take risks.

• Has a proven track record of managing projects and leading project teams in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

• Has excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise advice to senior stakeholders, both in written and verbal forms.

• Wants to be part of a dynamic team and drive a positive working environment.

• Enjoys working with people with a diverse range of backgrounds and opinions.

Responsibilities

Client Management

• Experienced client handling. You will manage overall client relationships on a portfolio of client accounts, demonstrating strong lateral thinking and problem resolution skills.

• Provide strategic regulatory and political analysis, engagement advice and manage the delivery to daily products and services to clients.

• Consistent focus on adding value to clients and recognises opportunities to extend relationships.

Business Development

• You will play a significant role in business development, including leading the development of well-structured and creative new business proposals.

• Active in cross and upselling to existing clients and driving new commercial opportunities.

• Strong presentation skills and influencing skills.

• Strong and developing network, building relationships with potential new business leads.

Leadership & Development

• You will be responsible for approving work created by more junior colleagues, providing coaching and effective feedback.

• You will manage junior colleagues on accounts, and have experience in delegation, motivation, supervision and development of others.

Culture

• Associate Directors support the development of a positive Hanbury culture and act as an advocate and ambassador for Hanbury both internally and externally.

Benefits

• 28 days’ paid leave plus bank holidays and time off over Christmas.

• Pension plan - 4% company contribution.

• Annual discretionary bonus scheme.

• Normal working hours are 9am - 6pm.

• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan.

• The opportunity to opt in to Vitality including private health care and subsidised gym.

• We are a hybrid working employer.

• Work from abroad policy for up to 4 weeks a year.

• Access to a full social and cultural calendar and employee wellness programmes.

• A rich and diverse people development programme including fortnightly internal training sessions and a full annual programme of external trainers and inspirational speakers.

Hanbury Strategy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex or sexual orientation. As part of our commitment to equal opportunities, we are open to discussions about alternative working patterns or hours.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to be made during recruitment or in employment for reasons associated with your physical or mental health. We are committed to ensuring everyone is able to fully participate in whatever way is most appropriate for them.