Public Affairs Assistant - 2nd Jobber

Public Affairs Assistant -2nd Jobber
£25k - increases after probation
Central London

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 YEARS EXPERIENCE WITHIN PUBLIC AFFAIRS.

My client is a well-known representative body and due to expansion they are looking for a Public Affairs Assistant. You must be a second jobber and have exposure to public affairs/policy. Graduate calibre with a relevant degree would be advantageous. Immediate start and excellent career prospects.

Responsibilities:

• Organise meetings with relevant political stakeholders and prepare briefings ahead of meetings
• Provide administrative support to the External Affairs Board, assisting with meeting papers, minutes and monthly updates
• Maintain and manage the public affairs contacts database
• Prepare summaries, reports and public affairs briefings for executives, industry representatives and parliamentarians
• Carry out political research as required
• Coordinate client responses to government, parliamentary and political cpnsultants, drafting responses and monitoring progress
• Assist with input to the membership participation tracker, the policy area of the website and the activity planner
• Assist with blogs, social media, website content and policy publications

The Person

• Previous exposure to public affairs/policy/parliamentary research
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of political processes and high awareness of UK and EU political context
• Results driven with a pro-active, can-do attitude
• Strong administration skills
• Adaptable and flexible

 
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