Government Affairs Lead (Telecommunications)

Location: The Speechmark, London, United Kingdom; hybrid with office attendance 2–3 days per week and at least 8 days per month

Company

hirify.global is building hirify.globalThree, a UK connectivity network focused on digital infrastructure, inclusion and nationwide connectivity.

What you will do

• Own and deliver government affairs strategies across political, public policy and stakeholder priorities.
• Monitor the political landscape, assess emerging risks and opportunities, and provide practical advice to senior leaders.
• Prepare briefings, speaking notes and submissions, and develop public affairs campaigns.
• Build trusted relationships with MPs, special advisers, officials, political parties, think tanks and trade associations.
• Manage politically sensitive enquiries and casework, contribute to consultations and parliamentary inquiries, and represent hirify.globalThree at external meetings and events.
• Work closely with Regulatory, Legal, Network and commercial teams.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in government, Parliament, politics, corporate public affairs or a related field.
• Strong political judgement and a developed understanding of UK politics.
• Experience developing stakeholder engagement strategies and building relationships with political and policy audiences.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex policy, regulatory and commercial issues clearly.
• Experience planning and delivering public affairs campaigns while managing competing priorities at pace.
• Employment is subject to criminal (DBS) and financial background checks.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexibility to work from the office and home.
• Salary, bonus and hirify.global benefits.
• Up to 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Paid time for charity work, pension, discounts, vouchers and family benefits.
• Learning tools and parental leave policies.