We are currently looking for an AI regulation and policy advisor to join our Innovative Devices – Software and AI Function within the Healthcare Quality and Access group.
Please note this opportunity is currently only available to those working within the Civil Service. Applications from non-Civil Servants may not be reviewed and may be rejected.
This is a full-time opportunity, on 12-month fixed term contract basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU/. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. We are open to requests for flexible working. Please discuss this with the recruiting manager before accepting an appointment.
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.
This post is based in the Innovative Devices – Software and AI Group. The group is responsible for taking all reasonable steps to protect the public health and safeguard the interests of patients by ensuring that software and AI as a medical device meet all appropriate standards of safety and performance and to encourage safe use.
The Group does this by providing technical leadership on Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) including AI as a Medical Device (AIaMD) through a range of safety, regulatory, policy and technical activities. This includes the review of clinical investigations; review of applications for exceptional use; undertaking technical file reviews to underpin compliance activity; engaging with internal and external stakeholders on a range of issues involving SaMD and AIaMD, developing innovative policy, working with international partners in this space and undertaking activities to identify safety signals for further investigation.
In response to the Secretary of State’s desire to progress at pace on the commitments in the 10 Year Health Plan, the MHRA has proposed the establishment of an expert, non-statutory, National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare to inform the development of a new regulatory framework for AI in healthcare, which we are committed to publishing in 2026.
The National Commission would act as an advisory group to support the MHRA to ensure patients in Great Britain have fast access to safe and effective AI devices.
The postholder will provide expert support to the policy function within the secretariat of the UK National Commission on the Regulation of AI in Healthcare, providing strategic oversight and expert policy input into the regulation of advanced AI technologies. The postholder will play a pivotal role in helping to shape the UK’s approach to AI governance in healthcare, ensuring that regulatory frameworks are evidence-based, future-proof, and aligned with public interest.
What’s the role?
This is an exciting time to join the AI Regulation and policy team at the MHRA, as we work to deliver the National Commission on the regulation of AI in healthcare, to develop a flexible proportionate approach to AI Regulation in healthcare that allows patients to access technological solutions while taking care of their safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the communications and engagement activities of the AI and Software Policy team, including supporting the UK National Commission on the Regulation of AI in Healthcare, working with communications teams and private offices in the MHRA, DHSC and across government to deliver impactful communications about the Commission.
- Support the delivery of the team priorities, producing high-quality content for meetings and events to ensure effective collaboration on AI regulation in healthcare products and medicines at leadership level.
- Organise events and meetings, run the online collaboration platform and engage with teams across the organisation and other government departments to deliver the team’s objectives
- Work closely with other regulators, government departments and external stakeholders to build consensus on AI regulation in the context of medical products and medicines to inform the MHRA work on AI regulation and policy.
Who are we looking for?
Our successful candidate will demonstrate the following.
- Demonstrable experience of managing a briefings function; producing briefings, presentations, parliamentary responses and correspondence at pace.
- Strong experience in establishing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across large organisations, including by managing engagement plans and logs.
- Excellent drafting and verbal briefing skills, enabling you to communicate effectively and concisely, including with senior audiences as well as technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience of communicating through a range of channels and platforms, including digital
- Demonstrable initiative, attention to detail, and resourcefulness both on their own and within a team.
- The ability and curiosity to learn quickly and find out more about services, policy, technology and operation.
- An interest in emerging technologies such as AI and the role of technology in transforming healthcare.
- Ability to work as a member of a project team to deliver defined objectives under tight deadlines.
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 candidates, find out more here .
- Online application form, including a statement of suitability, attached as a PDF of no more than 750 words demonstrating how you meet the person specification. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. All information that you provide will be anonymised and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your details when reviewing your application. Please ensure not to include any personal identifying information on your supporting information. .
- The interview will be conducted as an informal, conversational dialogue.
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 statement of suitability provided. You can view the criteria for this role in the job description.
Use of AI in Job Applications
Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.
If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk as soon as possible.
Closing date: 30 th October 2025
Shortlisting date: from 31st October 2025
