Europe Public Affairs Lead (On-site in Manchester)

Molecular Diversity Preservation International; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scholarly publishing organization is seeking a Public Affairs Lead for Europe to manage public affairs activities across various countries. This role involves supporting the public affairs strategy, engaging with stakeholders, and coordinating policy monitoring efforts. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 2-5 years of relevant experience, and fluent English skills. The position requires working fully on-site in Manchester with various employee benefits including flexible working hours and health plans.

Benefits

Flexible Working Times

Special Days Off

Friendly office culture

Bonus Incentives

Access to Perkbox

Health Cash Plan

Modern City Centre Office

Cyclescheme

Techscheme

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in strategic communications or public affairs.
• Experience working with public affairs or communications agencies.
• Knowledge of publishing or the academic sector.
• Ability to prepare clear policy briefings and stakeholder materials.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement public affairs strategy across Europe.
• Manage public affairs activities and act as a key contact for policy topics.
• Engage with academic, governmental, and policy stakeholders.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

A leading scholarly publishing organization is seeking a Public Affairs Lead for Europe to manage public affairs activities across various countries. This role involves supporting the public affairs strategy, engaging with stakeholders, and coordinating policy monitoring efforts. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 2-5 years of relevant experience, and fluent English skills. The position requires working fully on-site in Manchester with various employee benefits including flexible working hours and health plans.