External Affairs Consultant

7 days ago


Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

Summary You'll lead for external affairs, working with a dynamic and energetic team where you’ll have the opportunity to play a part in making a difference every day. You'll provide vital support to the Regional Director for the Midlands & East of England regionand the wider leadership team, working closely with Consultancy colleagues, such as the Comms and Grants team, External Affairs consultants in other regions, and our central Policy & Advocacy team.

What it's like to work here Reporting to the Regional Director, you will support the regional leadership team and be part of the region’s Growing Support consultancy team. You’ll work to craft our strategy and support our outstanding places across the region.

Your contractual location is flexible across the Midlands and East of England Region, we're happy for you to work at any of our regional hubs or properties, that are appropriate for this role and there will be an opportunity to explore and agree a hybridworking arrangement, which strike the right balance for you and the Trust.

What you'll be doing You’ll be responsible for supporting the regional leadership team, as well as mentor and supporting colleagues. You'll ensure our reputation is well managed, You'll work collaboratively and in partnership alongside external organisations. You’ll often advisemembers of our leadership teams at our properties, sharing your professional knowledge and advice to help their teams work effectively.

This is an exciting time to join the team with many opportunities to be creative and innovative, we're keen to be at the forefront of the conversation around climate change, nature, heritage and planning. Working in partnership with other organisations iscritical to our success.

Who we're looking for We’re looking for a policy professional, strategic thinker, collaborator and influencer with a breadth of External Affairs knowledge and experience gained within complex organisations. We'd love you to be able to demonstrate the following:

- Strong professional experience in External Affairs, understanding and experience of the political and policy landscape in England
- Experience of working and delivering through partnerships and with senior leadership teams, making a proactive contribution to their success
- Critical thinking and ability to think long term
- Adept at building relationships, open, constructive, and proactive in sharing knowledge
- Someone who is confident, highly organised and delivery-focused, and comfortable working at pace
The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Free parking at most locations
- Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.



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