European Public Policy Director – EU

Vanguard; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in London is seeking an experienced European Public Policy Director to influence EU public policy affecting investments. You will lead the development of strategic policy positions, engage with regulators, and advocate for investors’ interests. The ideal candidate has a strong background in political and financial services, excellent relationship management skills, and a commitment to our mission of treating investors fairly. This role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for travel across the EU.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrate commitment to Vanguard's mission and values.
• Proven senior experience in financial services or government.
• Understanding of EU policymaking processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Vanguard's position on EU public policy.
• Execute the public policy engagement strategy.
• Serve as lead ambassador for Vanguard on EU matters.

Skills

Political acumen

Financial services knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Relationship management

Proficient language skills

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree (Politics, Law, Economics)

Job description

At Vanguard, we take a stand for investors. That starts with you. As the European Public Policy Director – EU, you’ll be our voice and our clients’ lead advocate, as you help to influence the EU public policy, legislation and regulation that affects how our clients invest for their financial futures.

Advance our mission and your career!

This role within the European Public Policy team, part of a wider Global Public Policy team that manages policymaker relationships for the Vanguard Group, offers the unique opportunity to engage directly with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders across the EU on key issues impacting investors.

Join us and help us change the way the world invests!

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of Vanguard's official position on EU public policy matters.
• Leading the development and execution of Vanguard’s public policy engagement strategy and objectives in respect of EU public policy.
• Being the lead ambassador for Vanguard and its clients in respect of EU public policy matters, advancing their interests with policymakers and regulators.
• Briefing and supporting Vanguard’s most senior leaders in their interactions with high-profile regulators, politicians and civil servants.
• Helping Vanguard and its clients understand the impact of forthcoming EU regulatory change, through political, legislative and regulatory analysis.
• Developing mutually beneficial relationships with the trade associations that Vanguard is a member of, the policy consultants it instructs and peer asset / wealth management firms.
• Maintaining an extensive network of internal and external stakeholders.

What it takes..

• be able to demonstrate your commitment and alignment to Vanguard’s mission of taking a stand for all investors, treating them fairly and giving them the best chance of investment success.
• have a relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. Politics; Law; Economics) or equivalent experience.
• proven related senior experience, (e.g. financial services or professional services industry; politics; government administration).
• have excellent political and financial services acumen and a detailed understanding of how policymaking and the financial services industry works.
• have excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills that command the respect of business partners, leaders and external partners.
• have proficient language skills

Special Factors

• Location - we are open to candidates who are based in the EU or London.
• The role will require regular travel throughout the EU.

About Vanguard

We are Vanguard. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests.

For us, investing doesn’t just end in value. It starts with values. Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you get so much more in return. We invest with purpose—and that’s how we’ve become a global market leader. Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve. And so can you.

We want to make success accessible to everyone. This is our opportunity. Let’s make it count.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement : “Do the right thing.”

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose. Our core purpose : To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.