Help produce conferences that help move forward thinking on some of the most important policy issues in education policy being examined by policymakers and stakeholders.

Our events:

Constructive, inclusive, challenging and strictly impartial; and
Important occasions for policymakers in Parliament, Government and regulatory bodies; teachers, schools, parents and children themselves; academics and businesses; and other interested parties.

The role:

Demanding but rewarding - in a company that is commercially focused and expanding, but with a strong ethical heart;
Part of a small team working on all aspects of event production;
Following latest policy developments and news from the sector - and researching issues, possible speakers and contacts;
Drafting agendas and promotional text for the seminars;
Liaising with speakers and our Parliamentary chairs; and
Attending and contributing to the smooth operation of our seminars and receptions held in Westminster and elsewhere in the UK.

What we’re looking for:

A quick learner who can hit the ground running;
Some solid work experience - in policy, conference production, journalism, public affairs or similar fields;
Bright graduates with exceptional aptitude and professional outlook will also be considered;
Practical focus and passionate about helping achieve our mission of providing policy makers with the context to make best decisions;
Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills - and quick to learn;
Ability to assimilate information quickly, identify key issues from a range of stakeholder viewpoints (in line with our core proposition of impartiality); and
Clear, stylish accurate writing is essential.

The company:

The Westminster Education Forum is a division of Westminster Forum Projects, a market leader in organising impartial, senior-level seminars on public policy;
Our work enjoys considerable support from legislators, government, industry, the third sector, and amongst interest groups;
Based in our lively, friendly head office in Bracknell, Berkshire, with convenient rail and road links, and occasional work in Westminster and other conference locations;
People who work here are encouraged to develop, take on added responsibilities and move up in the organisation.