Director, Government Affairs, UK

Anduril; Greater London; On-site; GBP 124,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company in Greater London seeks a Director of Government Relations to engage with UK government and stakeholders. Candidates must have significant experience in government relations, knowledge of UK political processes, and strong communication skills. This role is vital for building relationships that foster business opportunities and competitive advantages. A competitive salary of £124,000 — £164,000 GBP and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical insurance premiums covered

Life and disability insurance

Generous time off policies

Family planning and parenting support

Mental health resources

Professional development reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a government relations or public affairs role.
• Experience in developing and implementing government relations strategies.
• Background in providing advice to senior management.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Government and policy-making processes.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for a public policy environment that benefits Anduril.
• Develop and implement political engagement strategies.
• Support company executives in relationship building.
• Provide political advice to senior business leaders.

Skills

Government relations experience

Political influencing

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Business Development (BD) team, within Anduril’s Growth organisation, is responsible for identifying, shaping, capturing, and growing new opportunities and capabilities for the company. In order to meet current and future client needs, the team must deeply understand the users pain points, how current solutions fail to address existing gaps, and how Anduril products can deliver more effective mission outcomes. BD team members serve as the bridge between clients and the broader Anduril team; they convey client perspectives to other teams across the enterprise while also serving as the Anduril brand ambassador externally. They partner extensively with Anduril Business Lines and the Mission Operations team to ensure that Anduril products exceed client expectations and mission demands, and to drive continuous product improvements in response to ever-changing client needs and operating environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Reporting to the General Manager of Anduril UK, the Director, Government Relations, UK will represent Anduril's interests before His Majesty's Government, political audiences, trade bodies and other relevant stakeholders.

You will be accountable for:

• Advocating for a public policy environment that creates a competitive advantage for Anduril.
• Developing and implementing political engagement strategies to identify, win, maintain, and grow Anduril’s business.
• Supporting company executives in their engagement, profile, and relationship building with the Government.
• Providing political advice and counsel to senior business leaders to inform business strategy and decision-making.

The Director will work closely with colleagues across Global Defence and the business lines. This position primarily supports the UK business while aligning with EMEA and US Government Relations teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in a government relations or public affairs role.
• Experience in developing and implementing government relations strategies for various organisations or companies.
• Background in a business environment, providing advice to senior management and presenting to boards and committees.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Government and the policy-making, legislative, and related processes, particularly in Defence, Treasury, DBT & Cabinet Office.
• Strong political networks with a track record in successful relationship building and political influencing.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to produce high‑quality content and materials.
• Outstanding organisational abilities, capable of managing multiple work streams and proactively driving work programmes forward.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a UK Security Check clearance.
• Ability to travel 50% required, domestically and internationally.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Government procurement processes.
• Experience advising businesses competing for public sector contracts.
• Detailed understanding of policy areas such as defence, technology, treasury and local government.
• Experience in a government relations role within a major multinational corporation.
• Science, Technology, Engineering or Math degree.

UK Salary Range

£124,000 — £164,000 GBP

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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