Account Executive, Public Affairs

EU010 Daniel J. Edelman Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Flexible working

Pension

Healthcare

Free breakfasts

Team events

Other benefits

Job summary

Edelman UK Public & Government Affairs is seeking an ambitious Analyst / Account Executive in London to help advise clients on policy, strategy, and government relations. You will produce written content, monitor parliamentary activity, and support engagement programmes while coordinating with MPs’ offices and an integrated team.

The role emphasises quick thinking, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative teamwork within a leading global communications firm, offering a dynamic hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in a political party or public affairs setting.
• Knowledge of parliamentary procedure.
• Interest in UK current affairs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to prioritise competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality internal and external content under tight deadlines.
• Monitor political announcements and parliamentary activity.
• Support political engagement programmes and stakeholder outreach.
• Develop biographical and policy briefings from research.
• Assist with new business including research and presentation development.
• Support event management with MPs and suppliers.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Research

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

Edelman Public & Government Affairs Public Affairs – Analyst / Account Executive Job Description About the Company and Team

Edelman’s UK Public & Government Affairs team provides tailored business, policy and government advisory services to institutions seeking to navigate today’s changing political and economic landscape. We advise some of the world’s leading organisations on a range of areas including business strategy, policy legislation and regulation, government affairs, political risk and corporate social responsibility. We provide value to our clients through insight, strategic political advice and tactical execution. Comprised of government special advisers, policy experts, journalists, communications directors and experienced campaigners, we have deep expertise in all elements of government relations across the UK. Edelman is a leading global communications advisory firm helping business and organisations evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. We are independent and family owned, which allows us the freedom to deliver original thinking and invest in our team and our clients.

The Role

We are looking for an ambitious, proactive and motivated individual who wants to join our Public & Government Affairs team in London as an Analyst / Account Executive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consistently produce high-quality internal and external written content often under tight timelines and with competing priorities
• Monitor political announcements and parliamentary activity
• Support political engagement programmes, including creating stakeholder maps, outreach to relevant offices and handling the logistical arrangements
• Develop biographical and policy briefings including conducting research to inform these documents
• Aid in new business process including idea contribution, research and presentation development
• Support with event management, including liaising with MPs’ offices, co-ordinating with the parliamentary events team and third-party suppliers as well as handling the logistics
• Build relationship with clients and colleagues at all levels

Key Requirements:

• Experience within a political party or in a public affairs setting is desirable
• Experience within a public affairs environment and knowledge of parliamentary procedure is desirable
• A keen interest in current affairs and UK policy
• Desire to work as part of a busy, fast paced and highly motivated working environment
• Proven track record of prioritising workloads. You must be adept at prioritising competing demands, contending with fast-moving events and handling unexpected requests
• Excellent verbal and written skills, ability to articulate point of view with confidence
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisation and planning skills
• Team player and collaborative
• A desire to share previous expertise and experience to enhance work of the team
• Entrepreneurial spirit – willingness to ‘get stuck in’ and make the most of opportunities

Salary is competitive.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (with an extra one for your birthday and we also close over Christmas)
• flexible working
• pension
• healthcare benefits
• free daily breakfasts
• Thursday office drinks
• many more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

It started with one man’s passion to make an impact through stories… 70 years later, we are the world’s largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected. We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company. At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work— taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe. The relentless pursuit of excellence The freedom to be constantly curious The courage to do the right thing The commitment to positively impact society. We grow our people We invite and celebrate differences Our reputation is our brand We’re global, yet local We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our culture is built on trust, innovation, and inclusivity, where unique perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Edelman, your ambitions are supported, your voice matters and your work contributes to shaping the future of communications and clients’ business.