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Policy & Public Affairs Manager

Job Title: Policy & Public Affairs Manager 

Location: Hybrid

Reports to: Director of Policy and External Relations

Salary: Circa £40,000 PA, dependent on experience

Main purposes of this role

This role will lead our work to support innovative life science and biotech start-ups and scale-up companies access the finance and global talent they need to start, grow and deliver world-changing innovation.

You will develop policies to increase public and private investment into UK life sciences, ensure the tax regime nurtures innovative businesses and that the visa system allows global talent to come to the UK. You will also deliver events and other activities that help UK and international investors understand and access investment opportunities in our sector.     

The holder will develop and deliver a comprehensive programme of work including leading on our input to HM Treasury, supporting the UK Government’s Life Sciences Investment Envoy, and providing the secretariat to our Finance and Tax Advisory Committee. This will involve close collaborative working with civil servants, CEOs and CFOs from member companies and key investors.

Duties and responsibilities 

Policy

• Monitor, evaluate and communicate government and parliamentary announcements and activity regarding innovation, investment, finance and tax, and immigration issues relevant to life sciences SMEs
• Work with BIA colleagues, members and external consultants to develop sector positions on the above policy issues and produce a strong evidence base to support advocacy
• Provide the Secretariat to the BIA Finance and Tax Advisory Committee and other member/stakeholder meetings, preparing agendas and papers, and producing minutes
• Working with the Director of Policy and External Affairs and other team members to support the development of new policy initiatives to increase investment in our member companies.

Public affairs

• Support the work of the UK Government’s Life Sciences Investment Envoy, working with civil servants to link government and BIA activities
• Develop and deliver effective engagement campaigns to influence political, civil service and financial services stakeholders
• Produce policy briefing documents and consultation submissions, including to the Government’s Budgets
• Use matrix management to deliver the strategy through joined-up BIA activities across policy, events and communications

Communities, Events and Communications

• Act as the lead for the BIA Finance and Tax Community lead, sourcing online content and producing the newsletter, and supporting the content and delivery of Community events.
• Working with the Director of Policy and External Affairs and Associate Director of Events and Programmes to design and deliver a programme of BIA events that raise investors’ understanding and interest in the sector and provide networking opportunities for BIA members with investors
• Lead on the BIA’s co-organised events with strategic partners, such as the Office for Life Sciences, Department for Business and Trade, the Office for Investment, the British Business Bank, London Stock Exchange, and others
• Working with BIA colleagues, help develop online (website and social media) content to make the BIA the go-to organisation for domestic and foreign investors wanting to understand and connect with the UK life sciences and biotech sector
• Maintain BIA’s CRM lists of investors to support the above activities.

As a small organisation, flexibility is a key value all members of the team need to work to. As such the above duties and responsibility are subject to change as informed by needs of the team, organisation and changes in the external environment.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential:

• A demonstrable working understanding of one, or preferably all, of the following: UK Government and Parliamentary policy operations; the life sciences and biotech industry; UK finance or tax processes
• Persuasive communication skills adaptable for a variety of audiences
• Excellent written skills with an ability to grasp complex issues quickly and how to distil these for a variety of external audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrative ability to develop good working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Proven project management skills to drive projects through from conception to output
• Collaborative team-player who is flexible to changing business needs and supports colleagues effectively
• Ability to represent the BIA and its members in person and through oral and written communication
• Degree level education or equivalent

Desirable:

• Experience working in or with government
• Multi-stakeholder advocacy work
• Understanding of how finance, tax and investment link with wider sector issues (e.g. healthcare, innovation, clinical trials, discovery science and the business environment)
• Event management experience

The full job description can also be referred to here: 

Policy and Public Affairs Manager Job Description Aug 2026.pdf

Working pattern

We are currently working in a hybrid pattern, whereby we work 3 days in the office and 2 from home. If the successful candidate is located within 40 miles of the London office, we expect them to adhere to this pattern.

How to apply and process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume/CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, with reference to the job description, outlining their approach to the role.

Please note that all offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Applications written using an AI generator will not be accepted.

Please email your application to [email protected] with the subject line “Policy and Policy and Public Affairs Manager Application - [Your Full Name].” Deadline for applications is Monday 7th September 2026 at 9am. There may be an accelerated recruitment process, so interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible ahead of this closing date.

Initial interviews will take place during week(s) of 14 September, dependent on availability.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an accessible workplace. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application, interview or assessment process, please let us know when you apply.

Senior Sponsorship Executive/Manager

Job Title: Senior Sponsorship Executive/Manager (depending on experience)

Location: Hybrid

Reports to:  Associate Director for Membership and Business Development

Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 depending on experience, plus commission structure available after probation period

Main purposes of the role

Over time, with the growth of our membership and activities, we have had a strong focus on quality and membership benefit, and we believe we have a strong value proposition for potential sponsors.  Bringing this potential to fruition has been held back by pressure on existing time and resource – until now.

We are now looking for a sponsorship professional who understands our ethos and the value of quality content and curation – somebody who can work seamlessly with others and build a sponsorship pipeline that will enable us to capitalise on both current missed opportunities and explore new avenues of support for our events, communities, campaigns and publications.

If you have experience of developing and selling sponsorship packages around high-quality events and content for a not-for-profit/trade association/mission driven organisation, we are keen to hear from you. 

We are looking for somebody who can hit the ground running and bring new capability quickly to the BIA.

Duties and responsibilities 

• Management of the end-to-end sponsorship process including creation of target lists, conduct market research, initiate communications to prospective targets, compile agreements, maintain relationships and ensure that agreements are fulfilled
• Work alongside the event team to identify, approach and secure sponsorship for events and help create sponsorship packages and presentations to pitch sponsorship packages
• Lead negotiations and close sponsorship contracts
• Work alongside various BIA internal teams to ensure sponsors are appropriate and at times create tailored propositions to gain maximum value
• Issue invoices in a timely manner
• Keep CRM and internal reports up to date with latest opportunities and leads
• Stay updated with industry news and developments
• Conduct market research and actively identify new potential sponsors

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential 

• 3+ years of demonstrable experience in a sponsorship role within a mission-driven environment dealing with C-suite and VIPs
• Strong commercial awareness
• Adaptable, capable of managing multiple tasks and flexible in approach
• Experience/strong knowledge of sales techniques
• Ability to understand complex topics, actively listen to the needs of sponsors, and grasp stakeholder relationships quickly and professionally
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Can-do attitude, strong team player, collaborative approach and detail orientated
• Good understanding of CRM systems and the value of joined up data
• Able to visit the office (Central London) at least two days a week
• Occasional travel to events both in the UK and overseas

Desirable

• Understanding/experience of biotech and life sciences (strong advantage)
• Experience of working in a not-for-profit trade/membership organisation

The full job description can also be referred to here:

BIA Sponsorship MgrSnr Executive Job Description Aug2026.pdf

Working pattern

We are currently working in a hybrid pattern, whereby we work 3 days in the office and 2 from home. If the successful candidate is located within 40 miles of the London office, we expect them to adhere to this pattern.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume/CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, with reference to the job description, outlining their approach to the role.

Please note that all offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Applications written using an AI generator will not be accepted.

Please email your application to [email protected] with the subject line “Policy and Senior Sponsorship Executive/Manager Application - [Your Full Name].” Deadline for applications is Sunday 20th September 2026 at 11pm. There may be an accelerated recruitment process, so interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible ahead of this closing date.

Initial interviews will take place during week(s) of 21st September, dependent on availability.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an accessible workplace. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application, interview or assessment process, please let us know when you apply.

Membership Relations Executive

Job Title: Membership Relations Executive

Location: Hybrid

Reports to:  Associate Director for Membership and Business Development

Salary: £26-30,000 per annum Dependent on Experience

Main purposes of the role

The BioIndustry Association is the UK’s trade and membership organisation for biotech and innovative life sciences.  With 600+ members and a full programme of advocacy and connecting people across the sector - through committees, communities, publications, campaigns, online and in-person events – the opportunities for organisations keen to support the sector and connect with companies are significant.

With the growth of our membership and activities, we have had a strong focus on member relationship management and retention, with a growing need to help service the membership and assist them in utilising the benefits.

We are now looking for a membership relations executive who understands our ethos and the value of excellent customer relations to help service, engage and maintain close connections with our membership.

Duties and responsibilities 

Member Support

• Support the Associate Director for Membership and Business Development & the Senior Membership and Business Development Manager in building and maintaining relationships with BIA members
• To form effective connections with key personnel at member organisations to encourage engagement, event attendance, wider use of benefits and participation in BIA business solutions programme
• Gain a strong understanding of all BIA activities/initiatives in order to present the benefits and opportunities of BIA membership to potential and existing members in a professional manner
• To provide administrative support to BD and Membership function
• To work closely with the wider BIA team to deliver the overall membership strategy
• To support in coordinating email responses to new and existing member enquiries
• Work with wider team to ensure that lead capture through all channels (website, online communications, printed collateral, events, networking etc.) is comprehensive and provides the information necessary for effective follow up
• Work with contacts at our business solutions partner programmes to develop these schemes further – maximising membership benefit and income for BIA

Retention and renewals

• Assist in member retention calls/meetings
• Work with the wider team to design engagement campaigns and target existing members informing them of latest benefits
• Work with Membership team to ensure any issues with renewing members are addressed promptly and to a satisfactory conclusion

Events and networking

• Attend relevant industry and BIA events (UK & overseas) to network and to promote the benefits of BIA membership and build a professional network of contacts. This will include occasional evening and weekend work.
• Regular visits to BIA members offices and external events throughout the UK where appropriate

Maintaining accurate records on the CRM

• Work with Membership team to monitor and keep membership data up to date at all times.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential 

• Excellent customer service skills
• Professional and clear communicator
• Efficient and confident networker
• Strong desire to work for a mission driven and purposeful organisation
• Personable, conscientious and willing to adapt and be flexible
• Ability to grasp and convey a membership/service/NFP based offering
• Professionalism and ability to confidently liaise with decision makers
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Excellent presentation and written communications
• Experience in using all standard Microsoft programmes
• A self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
• Proven ability to get to grips with complex subject areas quickly
• Experience of using CRM databases in relation to contact management or sales leads
• Degree-level education or equivalent

Desirable

• Ideally 1- 2 years’ experience from a similar membership relationship role  
• Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics for contact management
• Experience working within a not-for-profit/trade association
• Life science background (ideal, not necessity)

The full job description can also be referred to here:

Membership Relations Executive - Job description.pdf

Working pattern

We are currently working in a hybrid pattern, whereby we work 3 days in the office and 2 from home. If the successful candidate is located within 40 miles of the London office, we expect them to adhere to this pattern.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume/CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, with reference to the job description, outlining their approach to the role.

Please note that all offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Applications written using an AI generator will not be accepted.

Please email your application to [email protected] with the subject line “Membership Relations Executive Application - [Your Full Name].” Deadline for applications is Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am. There may be an accelerated recruitment process, so interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible ahead of this closing date.

Initial interviews will take place during week(s) of 5th October, dependent on availability. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an accessible workplace. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application, interview or assessment process, please let us know when you apply.