Family Business UK
Public Affairs and Policy Director
Family Business UK (FBUK) is the largest organisation in the UK dedicated solely to supporting, representing and championing family businesses. We play a critical role in increasing awareness and understanding of the sector, influencing government policy, and championing the model of private business and family firms. This is an exciting time to join FBUK, at a pivotal time in the organisation’s history. We are embarking on a new and ambitious direction of travel, and are looking to recruit individuals who are ambitious, commercially minded and driven to create change and have an impact.
As we continue to drive our policy agenda forward, we are seeking a Public Affairs and Policy Director to identify key policy areas that matter most to our Members, ensuring that their voices are heard at the highest levels of decision-making. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape policy that directly affects the UK’s family business sector, championing their contributions and securing the right conditions for their growth and sustainability.
You will be responsible for developing and implementing FBUK’s public affairs, policy and research strategy, engaging with senior policymakers, government officials, and key industry stakeholders. Working closely with our Members, you will identify priority policy areas, lead high-impact campaigns, and produce compelling research, reports, and consultation responses. You will also play a key role in strengthening FBUK’s political networks, ensuring that family businesses remain firmly on the policy agenda and representing FBUK in the media, at external events and conferences.
The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with significant experience in public affairs, policy development, and stakeholder engagement. You will have a strong understanding of the UK’s political landscape, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence at the highest levels. If you are passionate about policy, advocacy, and making a real difference to the family business community, we would love to hear from you.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to FBUK on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference HBSMA. Alternatively, email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by noon on Friday 14 March
We play a critical role in increasing awareness and understanding of the sector, influencing government policy, and championing the model of private business and family firms.