Policy and Communications Research Consultant

Lexington Communications is looking for a first-rate Policy and Communications Researcher to join our successful and growing public affairs and communications team.

You will be part of a dynamic, hard-working and high-achieving team working across a number of accounts in Lexington’s global client portfolio. Our clients are drawn from sectors spanning education, the creative industries, transport, health, infrastructure, financial services and charity.

You will play a key role in the team, involved in a wide variety of work including public affairs, campaigns, digital communications, responsible business, and issues management.

While no two days are the same, key responsibilities will include:

• Political, parliamentary and media monitoring;
• Researching;
• Drafting policy reports and meeting briefings;
• Contributing to client meetings and brainstorms;
• Event planning and organisation;
• New business development.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in the UK political system and the interaction between politics, the media and business.

We are looking for someone who is:

• An excellent writer, capable of writing in a number different styles e.g. reports, speeches, analysis;
• Positive, with a can-do attitude;
• Organised, with strong time management skills and excellent attention to detail;
• Proactive, good at developing ideas for creative campaigns;
• Able to contribute to devising political and communications strategies;
• A good understanding of UK politics and the issues affecting businesses and charities;
• Able to understand, summarise and communicate complex issues for different audiences;
• Prepared to work hard and always carry out tasks to the highest possible standard.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a political, research or communications role;
• Understanding of UK parliamentary processes;
• Understanding of the UK media environment.

At Lexington, we believe in creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. We will give proper consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.