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Public Affairs Lead - Europe

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United Kingdom , Manchester

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Job Description:

Shape and advance MDPI’s public affairs presence across Europe. Lead regional policy engagement, strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and support open access advocacy through clear strategy. To strengthen the External Affairs team, we are seeking a Public Affairs Lead Europe to support and implement MDPI’s public affairs strategy across the region. Acting as a regional lead, you will manage public affairs activities across assigned European countries and serve as a key contact for policy, institutional, and governmental engagement.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support and implement MDPI’s public affairs strategy across Europe in alignment with External Affairs objectives
  • Manage public affairs activities across assigned countries and act as a key internal contact for policy-related topics
  • Contribute insights to strengthen MDPI’s positioning at a regional and European level
  • Support engagement with academic, governmental, and policy stakeholders across Europe
  • Coordinate meetings, consultations, initiatives, and participation in relevant events
  • Maintain stakeholder records and support long-term relationship management
  • Coordinate with public affairs and PR/PA agencies to ensure consistent messaging and effective delivery
  • Support team workflows, guidelines, and process improvements
  • Monitor relevant policy and regulatory developments and prepare briefings, intelligence updates, and advocacy materials

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • 2-5 years of professional experience in strategic communications, public affairs, policy, or related roles
  • Experience working with public affairs or communications agencies
  • Experience in or knowledge of publishing, research, or the academic sector
  • Experience supporting small teams, mentoring and leading collaborative initiatives
  • English - fluent (C1 required)
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise policy briefings, reports, and stakeholder materials
  • Familiarity with European policy environments and institutional landscapes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
  • Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented working style
  • Confidence in meetings and stakeholder interactions, internal and external
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Team-oriented, resilient, and motivated to contribute to long-term objectives

Nice to have:

additional European languages are an asset

What we offer:
  • Flexible Working Times
  • Special Days Off
  • Our Culture
  • Bonus Incentives
  • Perkbox
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Modern City Centre Office
  • Cyclescheme
  • Techscheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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