Senior Consultant- Public Affairs

• Move to a growing and well-respected public affairs agency
• Turn technical arguments into **politically salient analysis**

About Our Client

This well-respected strategic public affairs and communications consultancy helps organisations turn technical arguments into politically salient and media friendly analysis. They provide strategic advice, produce economic and policy research and deliver high impact public affairs and communications outputs their our clients. And they are absolutely lovely!

Job Description

Client and account management

• Manage client accounts and act as the first point of contact for clients on a day-to-day basis, responding rapidly to client requests
• Provide clients with political/media intelligence and insight, highlighting any implications for the client's business
• Manage account teams and exercise judgement independent of senior management
• Manage the production of client documents including reports for publication, strategy documents and campaign plans
• Manage and conduct research and analysis on political and policy issues relevant to clients
• Write to a high standard for external publication, including reports, press releases, op-eds and blog posts
• Secure high-quality media coverage for client campaigns and reports
• Manage the organisation of events including roundtables, receptions, dinners and report launches

Expertise

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the political, business and media environment in general, and show development of expertise in one or more areas relevant to clients
• Develop an active network of business, political and/or media contacts
• Demonstrate strong organisation and attention to detail, including managing time effectively to client work is delivered on time to high standards

New business

• Participate in new business activities including networking and pursuing leads, drafting pitch documents and taking part in pitches in person
• Contribute to marketing activities

Team management

• Support junior members of the team, including through line management and reviewing and feeding back on their work

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Consultant in Public Affairs should have:

• A degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field
• Proven experience in a similar role within the political and/or public affairs sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
• A keen interest in public policy and politics
• Knowledge of the latest policy developments
• A proactive and dynamic approach to work

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £70,000 per annum
• A collaborative and supportive work culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects

Take the next step in your career in public affairs and join a company that values your expertise and commitment. Apply now for this Senior Consultant position.