Policy Advisor, UK

Details

Anthropic’s mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. We want AI to be safe and beneficial for our users and for society as a whole. Anthropic’s policy team works closely with governments, wider policymakers, and scientific and academic communities to advance AI safety and develop proactive policy positions that make these outcomes more likely.

This role is based in London and focuses on developing UK legislative and regulatory positions on AI, coordinating with UK, EMEA and US-based central policy teams, and engaging with government, Parliament, and wider stakeholders. The role requires understanding technical AI developments to communicate Anthropic’s research and technical positions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, and respond to, relevant UK legislative and regulatory policy proposals, including cross-cutting and sectoral AI policies.
• Serve as the first port of call for UK Parliamentary and regulatory business.
• Lead engagement related to relevant UK legislative and regulatory policies, including with the UK government, Parliament and wider stakeholders, in coordination with the UK Head of Policy.
• Work closely with the wider Anthropic policy team (UK, EMEA, and US central policy team), legal and technical research teams, keeping stakeholders informed of horizon developments.
• Coordinate with communications and marketing to influence communications and events strategies and speak at events within areas of expertise.
• Understand technical AI developments to communicate Anthropic’s latest research and provide an inside view on technical developments.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience working in relevant policy roles either in government or the private sector.
• Track record developing significant AI and/or tech policy positions within the UK, taking account of the global context.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts into accessible information.
• High agency; able to develop and execute strategy independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Skilled researcher, analyst, and writer; able to engage at a granular level, including with detailed legal concepts.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple issues with complex stakeholder networks.
• Highly motivated to deliver Anthropic’s mission and think creatively about policy positions.
• Education: at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Location & Travel

• This role is based in London, United Kingdom.
• Occasional foreign travel required, including to the United States.
• Location-based hybrid policy: currently, staff are expected to be in one of Anthropic’s offices at least 25% of the time.

Compensation & Logistics

• Annual Salary: £165,000 - £185,000 GBP (base).
• Total compensation package for full-time employees includes equity, benefits, and may include incentive compensation.
• Visa sponsorship: Anthropic sponsors visas where possible and retains an immigration lawyer to assist.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive compensation and benefits, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, flexible working hours, and office space for collaboration.
• Collaborative research-focused culture with frequent research discussions.

How to Apply

• Application materials: resume/CV or LinkedIn profile required; optional cover letter and additional information.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed.