Government Relations Manager - UK, Nordics and Benelux (R5217)

Posted:
7/30/2026, 11:48:19 AM

Location(s):
Greater London, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Workplace Type:
On-site

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedInXInstagram, and YouTube. 

Job Description:

Shield AI is seeking a Government Relations Manager to lead engagement across the UK, Nordics, and Benelux. This role will shape and execute regional government affairs and public policy strategies that support business growth, strategic partnerships, and long-term market access across priority defence and security markets.

The role sits at the intersection of policy, defence capability, and deep technology. It requires a leader who can translate political, regulatory, and institutional developments into practical business insight, while building trusted relationships with government stakeholders, defence customers, trade bodies, and strategic partners.

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