Public Affairs Officer

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Akton Recruitment Full time

**Job Advertisement: Public Affairs Officer**

**Location**: Bromley, London
**Contract**: 6 months, £15.50/hr (Hybrid)

Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for public affairs? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your strategic thinking and communication skills can make a real impact? We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Public Affairs Officer for a local authority in Bromley.

**The Role**:
As a Public Affairs Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the communications strategy for various council services, with a particular focus on Housing, Planning, Regeneration, and Strategic Property. Key responsibilities include:

- Undertaking duties with mínimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and self-reliance.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive communications strategies and action plans.
- Researching, writing, and producing materials tailored to diverse audiences, both internal and external.
- Executing the communications plan across various channels, including press releases, web content, leaflets, newsletters, magazine articles, and social media.
- Creating engaging video content when necessary, with the willingness to learn and develop editing skills.
- Collaborating with the Public Affairs Executive, the Head of Service, and other team members in a dynamic team environment.
- Building relationships and liaising with stakeholders at all levels, including Heads of Service, directors, Portfolio holders, ward councillors, and external partners.

**Competencies**:

- Keenness to take on responsibility and eagerness to learn new skills.
- Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently on delegated projects.
- Exceptional writing skills with a keen eye for grammar, spelling, and accuracy.
- Proficiency in taking reportage photographs, especially for news releases, magazine articles, and social media platforms.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Strategic thinking and good news sense to drive impactful communications initiatives.
- Strong attention to detail in researching stories and delivering outputs.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and experience in crafting content for them.
- Knowledge of working in a political environment and experience in responding to media inquiries would be advantageous.
- Previous experience in a similar role across various communication disciplines is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the communication efforts of a local authority in Bromley. If you have a passion for public affairs and possess the skills and competencies outlined above, we encourage you to apply.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Right Ethos - Specialist External Affairs Recruitment Full time £39,500

    Interim Public Affairs Officer – 3 months Location: Hybrid , London Salary expectation: up to £39,500 This is a full-time role The organisation: A major social welfare charity The role: To engage with political and civic society The candidate: Proven track record in influencing important external stakeholders (such as Government and Local Authority)...


  • London, United Kingdom HR GO Recruitment Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer**: **London** **up to £50900 per annum** **Permanent** Downstream oil and gas - Job Reference - 269500/001 We have an opportunity for a Public Affairs Officer to join our long-standing bulk fuel storage client based in Central London. Do you want to get involved with setting up Public Affairs strategies and representing within a...


  • London, United Kingdom EDF Limited Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer** **Do you have first class communication and influencing skills with a passion to help Britain achieve Net Zero? If so, come and join EDF as a Public Affairs Officer! **The Opportunity** The Public Affairs Officer forms part of a high performing communications team who help deliver our public affairs activities for EDF in the UK....


  • London, United Kingdom EDF Limited Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer** **Are you a strong influencer with exceptional communication skills? If so, come and join EDF as a Public Affairs Officer! **The Opportunity** The Public Affairs Officer forms part of a high performing communications team who help deliver our public affairs activities for EDF in the UK. Reporting to the Senior Public Affairs...


  • London, United Kingdom Islington Council Full time

    The award-winning Communications and Campaigns team is key to achieving the council’s ambitions - telling the story of its priorities, campaigning on behalf of residents and businesses, and supporting the transformation of services for the people who use them. In the new post of Public Affairs Officer, you’ll lead public affairs campaigns that aim to...


  • London, United Kingdom Reed Talent Solutions Full time

    **About the job** The Senior Public Affairs Officer will help to deliver London Fire Brigade’s public affairs strategy. The role will have a strong focus on ensuring that senior officers and personnel are prepared for committee appearances at the London Assembly and otherpublic forums. The postholder will also work to promote policy positions and ensure...


  • London, United Kingdom Outsource UK Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer** - London - Hybrid working pattern - 3 days a week in the office and 2 from home - £50,900 per annum plus 10% bonus **Key Responsibilities** - Establish the Public Affairs practice of the company in the NWE - Design and implement public affairs plan, advocacy actions and outreach campaigns. - Engagement with integrity and ethics...


  • London, United Kingdom Marie Curie Full time

    An exciting opportunity to work in an ambitious and high performing Public Affairs team within Marie Curie. **Title**:Public Affairs Officer **Salary**:£25,600 to £28,444 (dependent on experience) pro rata, per annum + £3,500 London weighting if applicable **Hours/Contract**:35 hours per week, Full time, 1 year fixed term...

  • Public Affairs Officer

    2 months ago


    London, United Kingdom Young Lives vs Cancer Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer** **Location base**:London Office, opportunity for hybrid/remote working (see further information below) **Contract type**:Permanent **Hours per week**:35 **Salary**:£29,874 **Closing date**:31st January 2023 When a child is diagnosed with cancer life becomes full of fear, for them and their family. Fear of treatment, but also of...


  • London, United Kingdom Marie Curie UK Full time

    Title:  Public Affairs Officer  Salary:  £25,600 to £28,444 (dependent on experience) pro rata, per annum + £3,500 London weighting if applicable Hours/Contract:  35 hours per week, Full time, 1 year fixed term contract Based:  London/home-based (with some travel within UK required) Closing date: Sunday 14th July  Interview date: w/c...


  • London, United Kingdom Women's Aid Federation England Full time

    Job description **Location**: Flexible - remote or hybrid (UK based) with required travel to London and occasionally Bristol **Salary**: £29,450 per year (Grade 3) plus Inner London Weighting of £3,483.94 (if eligible) **Length of contract**:Permanent **Hours per week**:37 hours per week (flexible working hours) **Closing date**: 5th July...


  • London, United Kingdom British Heart Foundation Full time

    Do you have experience of working in the UK Parliament, in an in-house public affairs team or within a public affairs consultancy? Are you looking to drive change to help tackle one of the UK’s biggest killers? If so, you may be the Public Affairs Officer we’re looking for! **About the role** Our Policy and Public Affairs team exists to build support...


  • London, United Kingdom Dogs Trust Full time

    Salary £31,500 per year + benefits Location HQ, London Job Type Permanent Hours per Week 35 Closing Date Sunday 20 August 2023 **Are you an experienced Public Affairs professional with a passion for dogs?** Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. In an average year,...


  • London, United Kingdom Ps Public Relations Full time €39,633 - €41,639

    Policy and Public Affairs Manager Home-based with regular travel and meetings in London Permanent Full time with part time options considered (3 days/21 hours, 4 days/28 hours, job share) £Benefits including 20 days of annual leave, increasing by a day each year (to a maximum of 25 days), 3 days leave between Christmas and New Year, home working...


  • London, United Kingdom Versus Arthritis Full time

    **Location (UK)**: London office hybrid* **Hours**: Full-time, 35 hours per week **Salary**: £33,097 per annum (London office-based - attendance in office at least 2 days per week) **Benefits**: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer on our profile page **Travel**: Travel to external meetings or events as required, which may include some weekend...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ps Public Relations Full time £39,633 - £41,639

    Policy and Public Affairs Manager Home-based with regular travel and meetings in London Permanent Full time with part time options considered (3 days/21 hours, 4 days/28 hours, job share)£Benefits including 20 days of annual leave, increasing by a day each year (to a maximum of 25 days), 3 days leave between Christmas and New Year, home working allowance,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Women's Aid Federation England Full time

    Job descriptionLocation: Flexible - remote or hybrid (UK based) with required travel to London and occasionally BristolSalary: £29,450 per year (Grade 3) plus Inner London Weighting of £3, if eligible)Length of contract:PermanentHours per week:37 hours per week (flexible working hours)Closing date: 5th July 2024Interviews: 15th - 17th July 2024Who are...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Dogs Trust Full time

    Salary£31,500 per year + benefitsLocationHQ, LondonJob TypePermanentHours per Week35Closing DateSunday 20 August 2023Are you an experienced Public Affairs professional with a passion for dogs?Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. In an average year, Dogs Trust centres care...


  • London, United Kingdom Dementia UK Full time

    Department: Policy, Campaigns and Public Affairs Location: Hybrid working - between home and our office in Aldgate, London Hours of work: Full-time 37.5 hours Contract: Permanent **Salary**: £33,000 Closing date: 4th June 11:59pm Annual Leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays) **Benefits**: Pension - 8% contribution Enhanced maternity, paternity,...


  • London, United Kingdom British Red Cross Full time

    **Public Affairs Officer** **Location: Flexible (frequent travel to London weekly)** **Hours: 35 Hours per week** **Contract type: Permanent** **Salary: £25,357 - £28,632 per annum, pro rata (inclusive of Inner London Weighting where applicable)** **About the role** - Ideally educated to degree level or have equivalent experience in public/social...