The Policy and Public Affairs team advocate on behalf of PRS for Music (PfM) and its members for a legislative framework that enables PRS for Music to protect and grow the value of the rights entrusted to us. The day-to-day work combines government relations, advocacy, strategic policy development, issue management, information dissemination and strategic communications advice. The aim is to influence public policy, build and maintain a strong reputation and find common ground with stakeholders.

As our Public Affairs Manager some of your day to day duties will include:

• Developing and delivering a public affairs plan and a political contact programme to communicate the role of PfM and its policy positions to political figures and institutions, in the UK and in Brussels.
• Keeping abreast of the political and legislative climate and advise the organisation on the opportunities these provide to further PfM objectives.
• Recommending appropriate tactics for effective engagement with key policymakers. Advise and support senior staff in their relationships with politicians and senior officials.
• Leading in the drafting of high-quality position papers, communications and briefings on key issues, in coordination with legal advisers and business teams, both UK-focussed and EU-focussed.
• Leading the continued delivery of the PfM Creator Voice programme (which engages the membership in policy and public affairs activities); ensuring it complements the work of the PPA team.
• Developing and deliver a programme of events to raise the profile of PfM both in terms of public affairs and thought leadership.
• Contributing to the development and delivery of PfMs research agenda for the PPA team.

At PfM, we want you to bring the best version of yourself to work. We believe that celebrating individuality promotes a culture of acceptance and openness. Along with being whoever you want to be, in an ideal world you will also have:

• Direct experience of working in policy & public affairs or politics. Similar experience in Brussels is also valuable.
• Experience drafting and delivering strategic political analysis and insight to businesses.
• Knowledge in IP/copyright/creative industries is highly desirable.
• Experience of building and maintaining lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders across all levels.