Public Affairs Manager

InterContinental Hotels Group; Clewer Village; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Clewer Village seeks a Public Affairs Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. Responsibilities include supporting government engagement, managing stakeholder communications, and advising on public affairs strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public affairs, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach. A proactive mindset is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs or government relations, ideally within a global organization.
• Strong ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience drafting briefings and stakeholder materials.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to engage with government and stakeholders.
• Lead briefing processes for senior stakeholders.
• Support owner communications and monitor political engagement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proactive mindset

Collaboration

Job description

Help shape the voice of one of the world’s leading hospitality companies.

We’re looking for a Public Affairs Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our Global Corporate Affairs team based in our Windsor HQ. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the team through promoting and protecting IHG’s reputation, representing the views of our owners, and strengthening the profile of the hospitality and tourism industry with government, industry stakeholders, and business partners.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we’re powered by our purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good, making a positive difference for our guests, colleagues, owners, and the communities where we operate.

What you'll do:

• Partner with senior leaders (including our Executive Committee) to support IHG engagement with government and industry stakeholders.
• Lead the briefing process for senior stakeholders ahead of high-level meetings, ensuring alignment on messaging and positioning.
• Support owner communications through newsletters, meeting materials, and timely updates on government announcements.
• Engage with industry bodies and agencies (including CBI, UK Hospitality and the British Chambers of Commerce) to represent IHG and build influence.
• Monitor the political landscape, identify opportunities for political engagement across the UK and EMEAA - working closely with market colleagues.
• Own internal reporting on public affairs activity and share insights across the business.
• Maintain strong internal global connections, working with government affairs colleagues in the Americas and Greater China.

Supporting the wider Corporate Affairs agenda:

• Align closely with regional and global Corporate Affairs teams to ensure a joined-up approach.
• Help manage government and MP correspondence.
• Support delivery of Corporate Affairs projects and priorities..
• Advise on how public affairs can support key business objectives at global, regional, and market levels.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in public affairs, government relations, or policy , ideally within a global or complex organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills , with experience drafting briefings, newsletters, and stakeholder materials.
• A proactive mindset, able to spot opportunities, navigate ambiguity, and drive outcomes.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work seamlessly across global, regional, and local teams.

At IHG, we celebrate difference. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, because we know that a culture built on trust, respect, and belonging makes us stronger.

Join us and let’s #GoFurtherTogether.

Closing date for applications Friday 10th October

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