Senior Communications & Government Relations Specialist

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Communications & Government Relations Specialist to lead strategic initiatives that enhance governmental and organizational standing globally. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with government leaders, integrating policy and communications to drive economic and social development. This position involves regular travel to the MENA region, ensuring high-quality solutions tailored to client needs while fostering strong relationships. If you have a passion for strategic communications and a proven track record in government relations, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Structure

Healthcare Benefits

Relocation Package

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in strategic communications and government relations.
• Experience in client relationship management and presenting to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and provide high-quality solutions tailored to client needs.
• Build trust with clients and provide strategic advisory.
• Participate in business development and generate leads.

Skills

Strategic Communications

Government Relations

Geopolitical Communications

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Job description

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Senior Communications & Government Relations Specialist, London

Client:

Elva Partners

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Communications & Government Relations Specialist

Work with government leaders and organizations to integrate strategy, policy, and communications, and drive economic and social development, as well as enhancing their standing on the world stage.

Location: Dubai or Riyadh

About our client:

Our client is a government advisory firm working with government organizations and their leaders, including centre-of-government entities, ministries, authorities, agencies, and state-owned enterprises, to develop and deliver programs that successfully promote their global interests.

They are seeking experienced government experts to lead projects that integrate strategic communications skills with capacity building, public policy, and international relations.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the work: Leading planning, including regular travel to clients in the MENA region to provide integrated, high-quality solutions tailored to client needs.
• Building a relationship with the client: Gaining the trust of the principal client and providing insight and strategic advisory.
• Leading the team: Ensuring team members understand the mission, roles are clear, work is high-quality, and performance standards are met.
• Achieving commercial outcomes: Delivering on the scope of work, identifying opportunities for additional work, and persuading clients of the need for further engagement.
• Participating in business development: Collaborating with the team to generate leads, develop proposals, and deliver pitches.

Experience:

• At least 10 years’ experience in strategic communications, government relations, or geopolitical communications.
• Experience within an agency/consultancy is essential.
• Experience in key organizational and human resource functions such as recruitment, training, team building, establishing new workflows, leadership development, systems and process design, and policy development.
• Proven experience in client relationship management and presenting to senior stakeholders.

Additional benefits include: Competitive salary, bonus structure, healthcare benefits, and relocation package.