Key Purpose of the Role To lead DACS'' policy, advocacy and public affairs activity, protecting and strengthening the rights and royalties of visual artists. The postholder will develop and deliver an influencing strategy across Government, Parliament, regulators and the wider creative industries, with a focus on AI policy, copyright and the visual arts, ensuring DACS is recognised as a trusted voice and effective partner and that UK copyright is upheld to benefit creators, artists, their beneficiaries and rights-holders. Key responsibilities Strategy, planning and leadership: Develop, deliver and refine DACS'' policy and public affairs strategy (annual plan, priorities and key messages), aligned to organisational objectives and risk management. Government, Parliament and regulatory engagement: Build and maintain relationships with MPs, Peers, officials, advisers, regulators and sector bodies; plan and deliver meetings, briefings, roundtables and parliamentary engagement (including APPGs where relevant). AI, copyright and creators'' rights: Lead DACS'' policy and influencing on AI as it impacts copyright, licensing and artists'' livelihoods (e.g. transparency, remuneration/licensing and enforcement). Work closely with Legal to ensure positions are accurate and actionable. Consultations, inquiries and evidence: Draft and quality-assure consultation responses, inquiry submissions, correspondence and evidence-based briefings for decision-makers and wider audiences. Campaigning