Senior Public Affairs Executive

22 hours ago


London, United Kingdom The Food and Drink Federation Full time

Senior Public Affairs Executive Job Type Permanent Location Central London (Bloomsbury) Salary £41k+ with excellent benefits including 25 days holiday, private healthcare, leisure travel insurance, health & wellbeing allowance, interest-free season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme Hours 35 hours per week; hybrid working (2-3 days in the office per week) We are looking for an excellent Senior Public Affairs Executive to join our team at an important time for the sector. This role will play a key part in strengthening our political engagement and ensuring the voice of our industry is heard by the people who shape policy. In this position, you will help deliver our public affairs activity across Westminster, Whitehall, the devolved administrations, and other key stakeholders. You will support our work to influence government on the issues that matter most to our members, helping to build effective relationships and provide clear, timely political insight. You will contribute to FDF’s wider policy and advocacy work by monitoring political developments, preparing briefings, supporting campaigns, and helping to manage reputational opportunities and risks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their public affairs career and make a real impact in a fast-moving, high-profile environment. Key responsibilities Support the delivery of FDF’s public affairs strategy in Westminster, including engagement with government, opposition, advisers and Parliamentarians. Develop and implement the Parliamentary engagement strategy to grow FDF’s Parliamentary Champions group and support the work of the APPG for Food and Drink. Support the Public Affairs Manager and Leadership Team in engaging senior political figures. Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, member companies, Parliamentarians and industry partners, including devolved administrations. Draft letters and briefings for the CEO and senior leadership. Monitor political and policy developments, providing timely advice and reports to colleagues and members. Prepare briefings, parliamentary questions, correspondence and digital content to promote FDF’s positions. Develop policy documents and submissions for government consultations. Work closely with members to gather industry insight and support engagement with government departments. Plan and deliver public affairs events such as the annual Parliamentary Reception, party conferences and roundtables. Has a public affairs network and is comfortable at networking events. Requirements Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline. Previous political and public affairs experience. Able to demonstrate knowledge of the food and drink sector. Excellent knowledge of the UK political system. Able to understand and communicate complex policy issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Our Workplace: We’re based in the heart of central London in a modern, bright open-plan office. We have a friendly work culture with great break-out spaces, quiet booths and opportunities for flexible-working. Our ‘Feel Good for Life’ team regularly organises events and activities to promote positive health and wellbeing. Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments for disabilities or medical conditions.



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