Strategic Public Affairs Leadership Role

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom f1 Recruitment Limited Full time

We are currently working with a leading strategic communications firm who are currently looking to add an Associate Director to their Public Affairs team. This is a unique opportunity to shape and define the future of their Public Affairs team.

The company has been built on financial services, but have expanded to doing work in a variety of other sectors including technology, energy, transport, among other areas.

This role would involve taking responsibilities away from the Head of Public Affairs and playing a key role in the development and direction of the team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work closely alongside the Head of Public Affairs to drive the direction and strategy of the team.
  • Manage and mentor junior members of the Public Affairs team.
  • Act as a strategic advisor on client accounts and define strategy for junior members of the team.
  • Work on integrated briefs alongside the Corporate Communications team.
  • Identify and explore new business opportunities.
  • Continue to develop and grow a cross-party network of political stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with experience working in a PR or Public Affairs agency/consultancy, preferably in one of the following sectors: Financial Services, Transport, Energy, Consumer Brands, Technology.

The ideal candidate will be a strong political networker with an existing network, ambitious to lead and help shape a team, and have a strong knowledge and experience of the inner workings of parliament.

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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