Local Dialogue is a leading stakeholder communications consultancy working with clients in both the public and private sectors, predominantly on planning and regeneration projects.

We are looking for an intern to join our London office for three months with the possibility of this developing into a permanent position. This internship would suit either a recent graduate or post-graduate student.

Candidates with a background in, or understanding of planning and development, are preferred.

Duties would include: 

• Monitoring of national, regional, local, online and trade media, as well as political news sources
• Researching local and national politics for individual projects
• Researching site planning histories
• Helping to organise, publicise and staff public events
• Supporting the team by managing databases and correspondence
• Proofing materials
• General support on active projects

We require:

• Strong interest in the planning and development industry
• Very strong written and oral communication skills – you must have excellent written English with close attention to detail
• The ability to work efficiently and to tight deadlines
• Computer literacy and familiarity with internet-based research. You should be proficient with Microsoft Office and happy to work on a Mac (or willing to learn)
• An interest in current affairs, local government, planning law, regeneration and/or development

This is a paid role and an excellent opportunity that can lead to a permanent position. The hours are Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30 with one hour for lunch.

Local Dialogue is an equal opportunities employer. Our office is based a few minutes’ walk from London Bridge tube/rail station.