Dow Jones
Government Affairs Manager (EMEA)
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Job Description
Company: Dow Jones
Location: London, UK
Reports to: Vice President, Data Strategy
Focus Areas:
- UK & EU Regulation (AML, Sanctions, AI, DORA, Copyright, Privacy, Energy issues specifically, and media policy more generally)
About The Role
Dow Jones is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Government Affairs Manager based in London. You will be responsible for identifying, monitoring, and influencing legislative and regulatory developments in the EU and UK that impact our business intelligence and data services as well as monitoring general media policy and regulations.
You will serve as the primary advocate for Dow Jones on critical files including AI, Copyright, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), International Sanctions, and the evolving digital and privacy regulatory landscape (DORA, and GDPR). You will also maintain a watching brief on Energy policy as it relates to our commodities and energy information business, including Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR). You will also work closely with government affairs colleagues in the industry in monitoring and advocating for media and press-freedom issues within the UK and EU.
You Will
- Advocacy & Engagement: Represent Dow Jones before UK Government departments (e.g., HM Treasury), the European Commission, the European Parliament and others. Build and maintain a network of stakeholders among regulators, industry associations, and think tanks. Work closely with News Corp’s global Government Affairs team.
- Regulatory Analysis: Lead the analysis of key legislative files including the EU AI Act, UK Digital Information and Smart Data Bill, DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), and evolving AML/Sanctions regimes.
- Strategic Advisory: Provide actionable insights to senior leadership on how upcoming regulations will impact the business, product development and regulatory requirements Dow Jones clients need to meet.
- Policy Positioning: Draft high-quality position papers, consultation responses, and briefing materials for executive leadership.
- Trade Associations: Manage Dow Jones’s participation in relevant industry groups and trade associations to amplify our voice on shared policy goals.
- Energy Sector Monitoring: Monitor UK/EU energy policy developments and carbon market regulations to support our energy information and pricing divisions.
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You Have
- Experience: 5–8 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a regulatory role within the financial services, data technology, or media sectors.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Deep understanding of the UK and EU legislative processes. Specific experience with AML, Sanctions, AI governance, AI, Copyright or Data Privacy is essential.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex legal and regulatory language into concise business briefings.
- Network: An existing network of contacts within London or Brussels policy circles is highly desirable.
- Adaptability: Ability to manage a diverse portfolio, shifting focus between high-priority digital regulations and niche energy/commodity policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within a global matrixed organization.
- An interest in the intersection of generative AI and intellectual property/journalism.
- Experience in advocacy and regulatory agencies in the US.
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Our Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Comprehensive Insurance Plans
- Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
- Education Benefits
- Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
- Commuter Transit Program
- Subscription Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
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Business Area:
Dow Jones - Data & AI
Job Category:
Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence
Union Status:
Non-Union role
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