Grayling are looking for a candidate with a passion for politics and a desire to jump start their career as part of our award-winning public affairs team.

The role has a particular focus on UK politics and responsibilities will include client servicing, political monitoring, problem solving, researching and writing.

Key requirements
The successful candidate will need to be able to work well within a close-knit team, have an eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be adaptable under pressure. You don’t need to have a specific educational background but a keen interest and understanding of UK politics is essential.

Daily tasks will involve:
• Monitoring parliamentary and government departments
• Providing daily and weekly intelligence reports for our clients
• Drafting political briefing notes and parliamentary correspondence
• Attending and contributing to client meetings
• Organising client events and parliamentary receptions
• Contributing to our departmental marketing strategy and set-piece Grayling events

Who we are?
Grayling is the UK’s best-connected communications agency. With nine offices across the UK and 70 offices around the world, we create advantage for our clients through insight-led campaigns that deliver tangible results. And our culture is friendly, diverse and inclusive – we’re proud to be one of PRWeek’s ‘Best Places to Work’.

We have a prestigious public affairs practice and were named Global and EMEA Consultancy of the Year at the SABRE Awards 2019. Our public affairs client base covers a broad range of sectors including construction, transport, energy, and technology, and we would encourage all applicants to review our client list before applying (a full list can be found on the Public Affairs Board Register).

What you can expect?
You can expect an exciting and dynamic working environment and our culture is driven by our values, which are to be Curious, Connected and Committed. We work hard and we play hard, with team socials and benefits including 4pm Friday finishes, regular training workshops, a company pension scheme and discounted gym membership. And we’re growing fast, winning pitches and looking for the best talent to join us.