Public Affairs Senior Executive

LegalAndGeneral; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK financial services group is seeking a Public Affairs Senior Executive to monitor political developments, engage with stakeholders, and support policy development. Strong skills in communication and collaboration are essential. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus plan

Generous pension contribution

Healthcare Plan

At least 25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Interest in political affairs and policymaking.
• Experience in public affairs, policy or political environments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and reporting on political and public policy developments.
• Identifying policy risks and opportunities across the Group.
• Delivering engagement campaigns and research projects.

Skills

Understanding of the UK political and public policy landscape

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills

Job description

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We've been safeguarding people's financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders.

We are one of the world's largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income.

Job Description

Legal & General is committed to shaping a better future through responsible business practices and meaningful engagement with policymakers. As a Public Affairs Senior Executive, you'll be part of a dynamic team that ensures our voice is heard on the issues that matter. This role offers a unique opportunity to build experience in public affairs, contribute to policy development, and support our reputation as a forward-thinking organisation.

What you'll be doing:

• Monitoring and reporting on political and public policy developments
• Identifying policy risks and opportunities across the Group
• Coordinating internal processes and supporting cross-team collaboration
• Conducting research to help shape policy positions
• Supporting external engagement, including meetings and events
• Assisting with consultation responses and outreach activities
• Delivering engagement campaigns and research projects
• Responding to public body requests in line with Consumer Duty obligations

Qualifications

Who we're looking for:

• Understanding of the UK political and public policy landscape
• Interest in political affairs and policymaking
• Awareness of the asset management sector and its policy environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in public affairs, policy or political environments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Confidence in engaging with external stakeholders
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service. There's also the option to buy and sell holiday
• Competitive family leave
• Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
• There are the many discounts we offer - both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online
• In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can.

It doesn't matter if you don't meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.

Legal & General is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from diverse candidates.