Associate Director - Public Affairs

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director in Public Affairs to lead client accounts and drive impactful communications. This role involves managing relationships with key clients, ensuring high-quality delivery, and participating in new business pitches. The ideal candidate will have a creative approach to political communications, strong writing skills, and a robust political network. With opportunities for growth and a supportive team culture, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the public affairs sector while enjoying generous benefits and bonuses.

Benefits

Up to 15% annual performance bonus

Generous holiday allowance

New business bonus

Employee referral bonus

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Deliveroo Friday

Regular team socials

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Proven track record in political communications and managing complex client programs.
• Strong writing and presentation skills with a focus on new business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts to ensure high standards and timely delivery.
• Develop strong client relationships and participate in pitches.

Skills

Political Communications

Client Relationship Management

Writing Skills

Presentation Skills

Commercial Awareness

Public Affairs Campaigns

Job description

Associate Director - Public Affairs, London

Client: Page Personnel

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b1897fd8e717

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Agency with a track record of helping clients shape policy, perceptions, and places.
• Significant growth following a series of exciting new business wins.

About Our Client

Clients of this public affairs and communications agency are in energy, transport, education, financial services, NFP, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage designated accounts to ensure high standards of work, managing account teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, especially with mid-level or day-to-day clients, ensuring quality delivery.
• Participate actively in pitches and proposal writing for new business.
• Foster effective communication and teamwork.

The Successful Applicant

Candidates should have:

• A creative approach to political communications with a proven track record.
• Ability to manage complex, fast-paced client programs.
• Good knowledge of politics and media operations.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Commercial awareness and focus on new business development.
• Excellent political network.
• Understanding of public affairs with experience in devising creative campaigns that achieve measurable change.
• Experience in a public affairs agency or strong political connections.

What's on Offer

In return, Associate Directors, Account Directors, and other levels are offered:

• Up to 15% annual performance bonus.
• Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas/New Year shutdown.
• New business bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Deliveroo Friday.
• Regular team socials and annual away day.
• Opportunities for growth and progression.