Public Affairs Officer - Interim and Permanent

Our client is looking to strengthen their existing team with the addition of a Public Affairs Officer. The role will require working with the organisations campaign, press and events team. The role will report into the Head of Public Affairs.

The role will require a strong appreciation of a diverse range of policy areas, engaging with stakeholders in Westminster, Whitehall and local government and briefing them on policy developments. The team takes a very proactive approach to public affairs and key focus of this role will be helping to maintain and develop this further. The role will require working across functions including media, events and campaigns.

To be considered for this position you will.

•    Have strong experience in public affairs, either in-house or from an agency, with an excellent understanding of Westminster.
•    Demonstrable success in a public affairs position, which required a proactive approach.
•    Ability to communicate across the political spectrum, whilst building relationships with stakeholders at a local and national level.
•    Possess a developed communication skills set, that lends itself to effective briefings.

The client is looking for both interim and permanent candidates to join their organisation.

For more information on this role, or a strictly confidential chat, telephone Joseph Henry at Electus on 020 7593 5538. Alternatively email joseph.henry@electus-group.com.