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 representing 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.
The Guardian is looking for a Public Policy Manager for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract or internal secondment. The role sits at the heart of two vital policy issues: Digital Platforms (steering our relationship with Big Tech across AI, mobile apps, ad tech and data privacy) and Press Freedom (ensuring journalists can report safely).
Responsibilities
* Help develop corporate affairs strategies and build policy positions to influence legislation and regulation.
* Monitor legal and legislative developments and ensure the wider organisation is kept abreast of relevant changes.
* Prepare sharp, high‑quality briefings and presentations for senior leadership, up to the CEO and Editor‑in‑Chief.
* Build relationships with global NGOs, trade organisations, think tanks and parliamentarians on joint public policy campaigns.
Qualifications
* Minimum 2 years of experience in a public policy, public affairs, or related regulatory role.
* Familiarity with the media sector and UK policy issues relating to DCMS and/or DSIT is highly desirable.
* Strong analytical mind, agility to quickly master complex topics such as copyright or media law.
* Awareness of the stakeholder landscape including regulators, policymakers, parliamentarians, NGOs and trade bodies.
* Strong relationship‑building skills to gather operational experience and information from across the business.
We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally under‑represented in the UK media.
Benefits
30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
Generous pension scheme – if you contribute 5% we will contribute 8‑12% (depending on your age).
Volunteering days: 2 annually and payroll giving options.
Season ticket loans, private health care, life cover, income protection, eye tests and optional dental insurance.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies; IVF, menopause, baby loss and trans equality policy support.
Culture and wellbeing
We want everyone to feel they belong at the Guardian and champion diversity of thought. Our employee forums provide a platform for voices, we achieved B Corp status and offer wellbeing tools, free yoga and Pilates classes, corporate gym membership and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
Learning and development
We encourage personal and professional growth, providing access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and support the pursuit of professional qualifications throughout vocational courses and apprenticeships.
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