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Director of Strategic Affairs, EMEA

Instructure United Kingdom Remote executive Full-time

Salary

£110K - £115.1K per year

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Description

At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives.

You'll lead Instructure's policy and government affairs work across EMEA, building relationships with national policymakers, education leaders, and consortia, and turning that influence into market opportunities and revenue.

Responsibilities

  • Set and run the EMEA public affairs and government go-to-market strategy.
  • Build trusted relationships with national policymakers, European, Middle East and African agencies, consortia, and NRENs, and represent Instructure in policy forums.
  • Track EMEA education and technology policy, and develop and advocate for Instructure's positions.
  • Shape procurement strategy, including national frameworks and consortia agreements.
  • Spot new market and business opportunities, and show how policy work drives revenue.
  • Manage external lobbying and consulting partners, and tie spend to outcomes.
  • Brief leaders and teams on policy changes and what they mean for the business.

Requirements

  • 10 or more years in international government affairs, public policy, or a related field, including K-12 or higher education.
  • Deep knowledge of EMEA education policy, regulation, and procurement.
  • A record of building relationships with policymakers and senior leaders.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Fluency in English and at least one other European language.
  • A bachelor's degree.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working with EU, Global NGO's, European, GCC (Middle East) UK Governments.
  • An advanced degree.
  • A record of revenue generation and deal making in the public sector.
  • Experience in workforce development or skills credentialing.

Location and Travel

Based within our European business (Remote) or (Hybrid/Remote in UK) with travel across EMEA and globally as needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program.
  • Flexible work culture.
  • Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period.
  • Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support.
  • Learning and development resources, including professional development tools and tuition reimbursement.
  • The technology and tools you need to do your best work.
  • Motivosity employee recognition program.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • experience working with EU
  • advanced degree
  • revenue generation
  • deal making
  • workforce development
  • skills credentialing

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/instructure/2d002895-64ff-40dd-b6e6-a8f91a342f2c

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