Public Affairs Manager (Open Banking) – public affairs government affairs, public policy
About Our Client
This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation in the financial services sector, recognised for its focus on innovation and policy development.
Job Description
- Develop and implement public affairs strategies to support open banking initiatives.
- Engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to build strong relationships.
- Monitor and analyse legislative and regulatory developments impacting open banking.
- Prepare high-quality briefing materials, reports, and policy papers.
- Represent the organisation at industry events, forums, and meetings.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align public affairs activities with organisational goals.
- Advocate for the organisation's position on key policy matters in the financial services sector.
- Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on emerging policy trends and risks.
The Successful Applicant
The suitable candidate:
- Graduate with a relevant degree in politics, public policy, public relations or communications, and at least seven years' equivalent level work experience.
- Significant experience of supporting senior policymakers (including Parliamentarians, Ministers and government or regulatory officials), providing focused briefing material to support their and their organisations public affairs objectives.
- Experience of managing relationships and liaising with external stakeholders across Parliament, Government, media and senior industry representatives.
- Experience and understanding of corporate affairs, including public affairs, public relations and politics.
- Strong network within UK Parliament, Government, trade bodies and other organisations connected to financial and digital issues.
- Experience and understanding of some of the following - Open Banking, payments, financial services and broader fintech and digital policy issues.
- Experience of supporting and managing corporate events, including collaboration with colleagues across an organisation.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000 PA DOE plus bonus.
- Permanent position with opportunities for growth in the financial services industry.
- Based in a central London location with excellent transport links.
- Collaborative and professional working environment.
- Opportunity to influence open banking policy and shape the industry's future.
If you are passionate about public affairs and the financial services sector, apply now to join this exciting role as a Public Affairs Manager (Open Banking).
