Consultant - Public Affairs

SHGH Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A political consultancy is seeking an experienced individual to manage client accounts and deliver insights on key political and regulatory trends. You will draft high-quality materials, coordinate multiple projects, and maintain relationships. Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years in public affairs, strong project management skills, and an ability to communicate complex issues clearly. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a political or public affairs role.
• Strong project management skills in fast-moving environments.
• Experience engaging directly with clients.
• Track record of delivering impactful research and analysis.
• Strong network in politics and understanding of campaign management.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of client accounts.
• Draft high-quality materials for strategic communications.
• Coordinate project delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Stay ahead of political, regulatory, and business trends.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Research and analysis

Political insight

Communication skills

Job description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support the day-to-day management of client accounts, ensuring the successful delivery of projects and campaigns.
• Provide clear political and policy insights that help clients anticipate challenges and seize opportunities.
• Draft high-quality materials - from strategy papers to client presentations - with precision and attention to detail.
• Coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams, keeping projects on track and aligned to client objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues across our data & insights, policy, sustainability, and international teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, and networks in politics, business, and civil society.
• Contribute to new business efforts by developing ideas, supporting pitches, and spotting opportunities for growth.
• Stay ahead of political, regulatory, and business trends, sharing insights with colleagues and clients.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 3–5 years’ experience in a political or public affairs role - such as Parliament, devolved administrations, political campaigns, agency, or in-house.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience engaging directly with clients, with the confidence to contribute to meetings and build lasting relationships.
• A track record of delivering research and analysis that informs strategy and drives impact.
• A strong network across politics and an understanding of how campaigns are built and delivered.
• Knowledge of issues management and an ability to think strategically under pressure.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for clients and for the consultancy.

ABOUT YOU

• Intellectually curious with a genuine interest in politics, policy, business, sustainability, and media.
• A confident communicator, able to distil complex issues into clear and actionable advice.
• Collaborative and collegiate, thriving in a team environment.
• Entrepreneurial in outlook, excited by the challenge of building client relationships and growing accounts.
• Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-focused, even when under pressure.
• Respectful and professional, with integrity at the core of how you work.

ABOUT STONEHAVEN

At Stonehaven you’ll join a consultancy that combines political insight, business strategy, and communications expertise to deliver change that matters. You’ll work alongside colleagues with diverse skills, gain exposure to senior clients, and have real opportunities to develop your career as part of our ambitious and supportive team.

Stonehaven is part of SHGH, a group of cross-border advisory firms, guiding clients through an unprecedented period of change in policy, politics, regulation, and sustainable growth. SHGH companies include strategy and communications consultancy Stonehaven, international sustainability consultancy Robertsbridge, and cross border economics, research and policy firm, Public First. As a Group we have offices in London, Dubai, Singapore, Jakarta, and Washington DC.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and CV using the application form below by Friday 10th October.

Stonehaven is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity and equal pay regardless of background, including race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in this recruitment process, please get in touch.

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.