International Public Policy, Senior Manager (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Manager, International Public Policy (Fintech): Leading hirify.global's international policy strategy and government relations engagement to support expansion into the EU and US with an accent on corporate, prudential, and tech policy. Focus on building external relationships with policymakers, coordinating international relations strategies, and advocating for regulatory changes that align with the company's mission.

Location: Must be based in the UK (London, Cardiff, or Remote within the UK)

Salary: c.£95,000

Company

hirify.global is the largest digital-only challenger bank in the UK, operating as a hybrid of a bank and a tech start-up.

What you will do

• Lead international policy strategy and government relations for EU and US expansion.
• Devise team priorities and brief the Board on potential policy challenges and opportunities.
• Build and maintain key relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and NGOs.
• Advocate for policy changes that facilitate the company's mission to make money work for everyone.
• Collaborate with internal product teams to ensure services align with regulatory environments.
• Coordinate and write formal responses to regulatory consultations and other requests.

Requirements

• Significant international policy experience, specifically in the EU and/or US.
• Proven background working in policy teams, public affairs, or think tanks.
• Significant management and leadership experience.
• Ability to work independently and execute at startup speed.
• Must be located in the United Kingdom.

Nice to have

• Experience in financial services or tech policy.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and trust-based productivity.
• Home office setup including Macbooks and additional support for fully remote workers.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment with a focus on equal opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Hiring process

• Recruiter call.
• Take-home task.
• Role-specific interview.
• Behavioural interview.