NEW Public Affairs Consultant Role

Premier Resourcing UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in public affairs is seeking a Consultant to enhance their team. This role involves managing client accounts, providing political insights, and navigating complex policy landscapes. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in public affairs or communications with a political focus, operating in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

New business commission

Equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in public affairs or communications consultancy.
• Strong consultancy background with parliamentary process understanding.
• Ability to translate complex political mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client management across multiple accounts.
• Respond swiftly to political developments with actionable advice.
• Craft compelling media materials and maintain a strong political network.

Skills

Political understanding

Client management

Crisis handling

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

Having appointed 4 Directors this year, my client is now seeking a Consultant to join their team, continuing their investment in hiring top talent! It is a truly exciting time to be joining this growing agency.

My client has a politically driven focus, with many team members having backgrounds in Westminster or politics. They work with clients who have political aims and focus on public opinion and insight research. They are involved in connecting clients with government officials and influencing policy decisions. They focus on public affairs and insights work, including reports like the "Talking to the Nation" report, which examines media consumption trends.

The agency is sector agnostic, working with clients ranging from education to construction, trading platforms, vaping, and a betting client.

Based in Central London, they operate a hybrid working policy. Salary: £35,000 - c£45,000+. Plus an annual bonus and new business commission.

The ideal candidate:

• 3+ years’ experience working in a public affairs or communications consultancy, or in a political and media environment.
• Strong consultancy background, preferably with parliamentary process understanding and ability to translate complex policy information into accessible news stories.
• Ability to translate complex political mechanisms for clients and track legislation effectively.
• Crisis handling and reputation management a bonus skill, particularly in translating complex policy matters into accessible news stories for challenging client narratives.
• Exceptionally organised, able to manage multiple tasks without needing reminders, and have a strong client manner.

Job Description:

• Deliver exceptional day-to-day client management across multiple accounts, leveraging deep expertise in public affairs, parliamentary processes, and strategic communications.
• Respond swiftly to political developments, providing clients with timely updates and insightful, actionable advice.
• Operate as an expert multitasker, overseeing progress across accounts and efficiently delegating tasks within the team to ensure seamless execution.
• Utilise a strong political network to advance clients' objectives and secure meaningful outcomes.
• Demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills, consistently delivering high-quality work that upholds the agency’s commitment to excellence.
• Bring a confident understanding of political and parliamentary affairs, combined with a passion for generating innovative ideas and executing them effectively.
• Craft compelling media materials, including attention-grabbing news stories and persuasive opinion pieces, with a strong command of tone and narrative.
• Maintain and grow a relevant and dynamic network across both political and journalistic spheres.
• Actively support team development, contributing to a collaborative culture of learning and professional growth.

Sound like the opportunity for you? Get in touch today with your CV for full details!

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Premier Resourcing UK Ltd is a specialist Marketing, PR & Communications Recruitment Consultancy. We encourage equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. We strive to make sure the Marketing and PR industry reflects the diverse and vibrant world around us. Our mission is to recruit diversity from minority groups, regardless of race, gender, ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation. We are committed to educate and promote inclusion & diversity across all sectors we recruit in.