Newgate is looking to hire an Intern to provide administrative and research support to our Engage team. The internship would be ideal for a recent graduate with an interest in the UK political system, particularly at a local level, and an ambition to work in communications.

The role would include:

• Monitoring local, regional and national news on a daily basis.
• Producing regular digests for internal and external audiences.
• Providing administrative functions for the team.
• Assisting with research on projects across a range of sectors, including housebuilding, energy, infrastructure and transport.
• Assisting with regular updates to Newgate’s Who Runs My Council website.

Newgate is a fast growing international communications agency with offices and affiliates in Europe, Asia, Australia and South America. This is a valuable opportunity for someone seeking to start a career in public affairs and communications and an ideal role for someone who has a strong academic record and, ideally, knowledge of the political or public policy environment.

• Knowledge and understanding of the political and legislative processes at local authority level.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a team.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, and be able to prioritise workloads.
• Computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel”.