Senior Manager, CCIA UK

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) is an international trade association that represents the world's leading technology and communications companies.

The Senior Manager will support the Association's presence in the United Kingdom at a crucial time for the digital sector. The candidate will be a visible leader in the UK tech industry and a strong advocate for our sector. In particular, they will be expected to support the association's external engagement with Parliament and the press on topics that matter to the sector, particularly the policy implications of AI.

This contract position will report to CCIA's Senior Director in the UK and will be supported by colleagues in the United States and the European Union.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Building relationships with relevant stakeholders in the UK policy-making community, particularly in Parliament and the press
• Advocating CCIA's policy position in specific fields of UK tech policy and regulation within that community, particularly around the policy implications of AI
• Communicating with member companies regarding policy and regulatory developments
• Communicating CCIA positions to the public, including in media and public forums
• Organising events
• Identifying and coordinating alliances with other relevant stakeholders to advance CCIA positions

Qualifications:

• Complete fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills is required
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience related to UK policy, e.g. government, politics, parliament, think tank, trade association, journalism, consultancy, or a tech company
• A Bachelor's degree, and ideally also a Master's degree, in a relevant topic, e.g. law or politics
• A good understanding of UK tech regulation
• Established network amongst policymakers and the media
• Familiarity with the services and business models of CCIA member companies
• A strong communicator and user of communication tools, e.g. social media
• Have the legal right to work in the UK
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Be driven and a self-starter
• Be passionate about the benefits of technology and its potential to be a force for good
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with fellow staff to achieve the best possible outcomes

Salary: Commensurate with experience.