NFU | NFU Graduate

4 days ago

United Kingdom NFU Full time
Salary:£25,500 per annum
£1,000 Graduate Welcome Payment
£2,000 Relocation support to assist with relocation costs between placements.
Location: HQ Stoneleigh, Warwickshire and Westminster, London. with agile working (mix of office and home working).
Working Hours: 35 hours per week.
Contract: 2-year fixed term commencingSeptember 2025
Do you have a passion to work in the fast-paced world of Communications and External affairs?
Do you have what it takes to join one of the leading organisations representing British farming and food production? Do you want to get experience of working in a high-profile national organisation which is rarely out of the news?
If you are a graduate, and you have answered yes, then the NFUs Communications and External Affairs Graduate Programme is the right place for you.
The National Farmers Union (NFU)isthe largest organisation representing farming in the UK.We're proud to make a difference for all our members, byshaping attitudes towards British farming and leading the charge on a range of major issues, from ensuring government support for British food and farming, and our work for the environment, to rural crime and rural mental health.
Purpose of the role & how you will contribute:
Join us and youll enjoy a wide variety of work in a collaborative atmosphere, with opportunities to connect with people across the organisation and beyond. All in an open, inclusive environment, where we all pull together to support our members.
The NFUs Communications and External Affairs Graduate Programme offers a rare opportunity to get experience of political lobbying and public campaigning, national media management, event management and multi-channel communications, all with an award-winning, in-house team. You will have the opportunity to build on your existing knowledge, work with and learn from communications and external affairs experts and join an organisation which is recognised as the leader in its field.
We will develop your knowledge, from delivering aprogramme of exciting, high-profile political campaigns, to influencing the public to back British farming, as well as learning what it takes to protect and promote the reputation of British food and farming and the NFU, in the media and beyond. Communicate, as well as engage NFU members.
In addition to working with thishigh impact in-house team, you will gain valuable experience working in one of the most important industries in the country farming, which supplies the raw ingredients for the UKs largest manufacturing sector, UK food and drink. You will gain an understanding of the NFU, the agriculture and horticulture industries and the issues facing NFU members, in a comprehensive and purpose-built programme which includes working across our Communications and External Affairs teams.
What youll bring:
You will have or be predicted to have at least a 2:1 degree, or equivalent industry-related qualification, as well as the drive and determination to succeed both individually and as part of a team. Problem solving, planning skills and a flair for communication come naturally to you. The desire to represent and campaign on behalf of NFU members is crucial as is the desire to further your career in a communications or external affairs role.
This role will be based in Warwickshire and Westminster; therefore, a flexible approach to location is essential. There will be placements in each location over the2 years split between a12-monthlyplacement across the Communications, Media, Digital and Campaigns and Events teams in Warwickshire and a second 12-month placement in External Affairs in London.
Why choose us?
Join us and youll find an organisation that encourages and enables you to achieve your full potential. In return you will be rewarded with a full range of benefits including:

Generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days a year pro rata, plus 1 annual NFU day Company Funded Cashplan to help with every day costs; dental, optical, physiotherapy and a private GP service 24/7 etc. Option to buy and sell annual leave Health and Wellbeing Hub Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave Competitive Pension and Life assurance Access to interest-free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets and driving lessons Employee Assistance program to help you deal with lifes challenges Discounts on new vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing and lifestyle and many more Excellent Health and Wellbeing Programme Flexible, friendly and supportive working environment (hybrid working) Attractive, modern offices; (HQ has on-site restaurant and free parking) The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK.
Join us
Were committed to recruiting a diverse and highly-talented workforce. Well support you by providing you with extensive learning and development opportunities.
We encourage you to apply as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date.
Application Process:
Closing Date for Application: 12 January 2025
Virtual Selection Process: January February 2025
Face to Interviews : Late March 2025
Start Date: September 2025
Please also check out our Agriculture Policy Graduate Programme.
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