Public Affairs Lead (£85K – £100K + Equity) at VC-backed healthtech platform

Jack & Jill/External ATS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering healthcare AI platform in London seeks a Public Affairs Lead to shape the regulatory landscape for medical AI in the UK and EU. The ideal candidate will influence legislative frameworks, advocate for safe market access, and have 5–10 years of experience in government relations or public affairs within regulated industries. This role offers a competitive salary of £85K – £100K plus equity and is critical for leading international expansion efforts.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in government relations or public affairs within a heavily regulated industry.
• Deep expertise in UK and EU legislative processes.
• Exceptional written and verbal advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with policy officials and regulators.
• Monitor regulatory developments and manage advocacy submissions.
• Spearhead the regulatory relationship strategy for global expansion.

Skills

Government relations

Public affairs

Advocacy skills

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Public Affairs Lead

Salary: £85K – £100K + Equity

Company Description: VC-backed healthcare AI regulatory platform

Job Description: As the Public Affairs Lead, you will shape the regulatory landscape for medical AI across the UK and EU. You will bridge the gap between technical innovation and policy, advocating for safe market access. This role is pivotal in ensuring cutting‑edge healthcare technology reaches patients by influencing legislative and regulatory frameworks.

Location: London, UK

Why this role is remarkable

• Shape the future of global medical AI regulation at a critical historical juncture for healthcare policy
• Join a high‑growth, revenue‑positive company backed by top‑tier VCs and serving the world's most ambitious technology firms
• Lead international expansion efforts into new jurisdictions across North America and the APAC region

What you will do

• Build and maintain high‑level relationships with policy officials, legislative drafters, and regulators across the EU and UK
• Proactively monitor and communicate regulatory developments while managing comprehensive advocacy submissions and strategy
• Spearhead the regulatory relationship strategy as the company expands its reach into global markets including the US

The ideal candidate

• Possesses 5–10 years of experience in government relations or public affairs within a heavily regulated industry
• Demonstrates deep expertise in UK and EU legislative processes with the ability to upskill quickly in technical domains
• Exhibits exceptional written and verbal advocacy skills with the confidence to proactively influence key institutional stakeholders

About Jack & Jill

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Next steps

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3. Talk to Jack so he can understand your experience and ambitions
4. Jack will make sure Jill (the AI agent working for the company) considers you for this role
5. If Jill thinks you’re a great fit and her client wants to meet you, they will make the introduction
6. If not, Jack will find you excellent alternatives. All for free

Authenticity

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