Partnerships Policy Lead

This vacancy is open to all Civil Service employees and employees of accredited non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs) who were appointed on merit following a fair and open competition; or were appointed to a permanent post through an exception in the Civil Service Commissioners rules.

Partnerships Policy Lead International Partnerships -46160 p.a. benefits

We are currently looking for aPartnerships Policy Lead to join our International Function within the Partnerships group.

This is a full-time opportunity on a permanent promotionbasis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU.

Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.

Who are we

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.

The Partnerships Group has responsibility for shaping the policy to guide the MHRAs operations driving priority policy development transforming the legal regime for medicines and medical devices which underpins all of our work and developing of the MHRAs national and international partnerships to ensure UK patients have the fastest possible access to safe effective medicines and medical devices.

The Group focuses on issues that are at the heart of public health fast safe access to medicines and medical devices working with industry and NHS and other health Arms-length bodies (ALBs); and supporting the future of the life sciences industry in the UK. We do all this while ensuring patients are at the heart of our work.

The International Partnerships Team is responsible for the Agencys multi and bilateral work including international forums such as the Access Consortium.

Whats the role

The postholder will be responsible for delivering on the Access strategy working closely with internal experts to implement necessary changes. The postholder will also need to proactively network with the Coordinators representing the other four Consortium members particularly in the organisation of face-to-face Heads of Agency meetings.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading on elements of the development and implementation of work plans for specific streams of activity under the programme of work as well as organising the biannual CEO meetings.
• Convening cross-Agency working and strategy groups to develop refine and implement changes required to MHRAs operational model.
• Leading the Agencys relationship with a number of key regulatory agencies providing advice and ensuring the delivery of programmes of high priority work through briefings and bilateral meetings.

• Acting as the lead point of contact for coordinating MHRAs overall response to incoming reactive requests for assistance and / or expertise from international partners and / or UK Government departments.

Who are we looking for

Oursuccessful candidatewill:

• Communicating and influencing

• Delivering at pace

• Working together

• Seeing the big picture

• Experience in a relevant area in the civil service

Person Specification:

Method of assessment:AApplication TTest IInterview PPresentation

Behaviour Criteria:

• Seeing the Big Picture (A I)

• Working Together (A I)

• Communicating and Influencing (A I)

• Delivering at Pace (A I)

Experience Criteria:

• Experience in a relevant area in the civil service or other organisations which give understanding of working in public sector and experience working on a varied portfolio of work. (A I)

Strengths Criteria

• Relationship Builder (I)

• Team Player (I)

• Motivator (I)

If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please read our Job Description and Person Specification!

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The selection process:

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.

• Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles.Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.

• Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.

In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of candidates demonstrating the behaviour of Delivering at Pace.

Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.

Use of AI in Job Applications

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application however all examples and statements provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see ourcandidate guidancefor more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.

Closing date:11^th January 2026

Shortlisting date: from 12^th January 2026

Interview date:from 19^th January 2026

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Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.

Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must completebasic personnel security standard checks.

Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations and in some circumstances routine health surveillance. These roles include:

• Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens

• Maintenance roles particularly those required to work in laboratory settings

• Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required

• Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityhere.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.

In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami Head of Talent Acquisition.

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