Director, Public Affairs UK

DGA Group is looking for an exceptional individual to become our next Director, contributing their talent to one of the top public affairs consultancies in the country and a leading life science practice. This role offers growth into increased client leadership and strategic responsibilities. Based out of our London office near St Paul's, the role will involve navigating political and policy challenges, working with top-tier businesses, and fostering innovation alongside our friendly, vibrant, and award-winning team. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the narrative and driving impactful change nationwide.

Please provide a cover letter alongside your CV. Due to a high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback on submissions.

Location: Blackfriars, London (hybrid, min. three days per week in the office - Tues, Weds, Thurs). Please note that DGA will not sponsor the relocation of candidates.

Requirements:

• Approx. 8 years experience in a relevant public affairs, parliamentary, political or communications position, ideally with consultancy experience in health. Candidates with more experience will also be considered.
• Experience of establishing and nurturing strong working relationships with senior leaders in business, the NHS, politics, government and interest groups (e.g. patient associations and NGOs) and be able to maintain an understanding of clients’ policy, political and commercial objectives.
• A proven ability as a strong communicator and someone who is able to provide strategic political, policy and communications advice to clients and/or senior leaders.
• Expertise in helping clients and businesses achieve their objectives through the development of effective public affairs programmes.
• An ability to work at pace, prioritise tasks, delegate where necessary, and deliver high quality work within tight deadlines.
• Good writing skills are essential.
• The ability and enthusiasm to play a proactive role in business development, including identifying potential leads and contributing to pitches and proposals.
• Experience in leading, coaching, managing and participating in teams to successfully deliver programmes of work.

Expectations of a DGA Director:

• Contribute to and drive public affairs strategy for clients.
• Support the development of junior team members in a collaborative team setting.
• Collaborate with wider DGA colleagues in other offices.
• Promote a culture of collaboration.
• Be intellectually curious, eager to learn from coworkers and excited to teach new skills to the team.
• Bring DGA’s full potential to engage with clients on their most complex issues.
• Think and act in a collaborative, creative, and integrated way.
• Consistently display excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Manage the delivery of written materials, including talking points, advocacy proposals, and issue analysis, being accountable for consistency and quality of other team members’ work.
• Be comfortable in a start-up environment.
• Understand confidentiality and act with integrity at all times.
• Effectively utilize research and innovative tools to the benefit of clients and the team.

What We Offer:

• 25 days annual leave.
• Opt-in company paid private healthcare and dental insurance.
• Travel insurance.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life Assurance.
• Income Protection.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Enhanced family friendly leave.

About DGA: DGA Group is a global advisory firm that helps clients protect - and grow - what they have built in today’s complex business environment. We understand the challenges and opportunities in an increasingly regulated and interconnected world. Leveraging the expertise and experience of our team at Albright Stonebridge Group, a leader in global strategy and commercial diplomacy, and a deep bench of communications, public affairs, government relations and business intelligence consultants, we help clients navigate and shape global policy, reputational, and financial issues.

Equal Opportunity Statement: DGA Group is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and employment practices and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. No job applicant or employee receives unfavorable treatment on the grounds of color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and are not responsible for any fees related to CVs that are submitted speculatively or without prior agreement.