We’re looking for an in-house UK Public Affairs & Government Relations Manager with relevant work experience in UK policy and knowledge of the e-commerce or tech industry.

As UK Public Affairs & Government Relations Manager, you will work with the Director of Global Public Affairs & Government Relations and key cross-functional stakeholders to support our policy efforts in one of our largest markets, covering several policy areas in the UK and representing Vinted to national policy-makers and stakeholders.We expect you to leverage your past experiences working in policy (e.g. institutions, government, in-house, and/or consultancy firms) and to work across functions to execute a strategy and measure its success.

• Shape and execute a public policy strategy to support business priorities and Vinted’s corporate profile in the UK
• Represent Vinted’s interests in the UK by engaging with relevant political and regulatory audiences
• Monitor and assess national regulatory developments and stakeholder activity on key public affairs / reputational issues relevant to Vinted
• Proactively coordinate and communicate internally to align messaging and provide internal stakeholders with a thorough understanding of developments 
• Inform and collaborate with business stakeholders to identify and develop policy positions
• Draft policy positions, answer public consultations and recommend external actions
• Participate on behalf of Vinted in events, conferences and panels
• Collaborate closely with our business, legal, communications and sustainability teams
• Support Vinted’s growth into new markets as needed in future

• London-based preferred
• Strong examples showing relevant work experience in UK policy, government, in-house, and/or consultancy firms
• Solid experience in leading engagements in UK policy processes
• Strong understanding of the policy debates related to tech and e-commerce and how these may create risks and opportunities for Vinted
• Strong understanding of Parliamentary process and routes to influence legislation/regulation.
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into suitable explanations for either technical or non-technical audiences and to communicate impactfully in person and writing
• Autonomous, rigorous, curious and motivated
• Team player with can-do attitude, willingness to learn and ability to adapt quickly and in a rapidly changing environment
• Experience in-house executing cross-functional projects is a plus
• Any other European language is a plus

• Home office support: we provide IT workstation equipment and a personal budget of up to €540 for home workplace furniture
• The opportunity to benefit from our share options programme.
• Digital mental and emotional health support and Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
• A personal budget for shopping on Vinted.
• Daily lunch benefit per working day.
• 25 working days of holiday.
• Private health insurance.
• Newest MacBook models.
• Frequent team-building events.
• Access to a discounted gym membership plan.

Individual Learning Budget

We invest in your professional growth! As part of our commitment to continuous learning, we offer an annual learning budget to support your personal and career development through courses, certifications, workshops and more.

Equal Opportunity

The Vinted Group is committed to building an inclusive workplace where people from all walks of life feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and life experiences. At Vinted, all applicants are treated fairly without regard to their race, age, religion or belief, sex, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.