We are looking for an enthusiastic Account Executive to join our busy team. An ideal opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in public affairs, you will gain hands-on experience across our consultancy and political intelligence services.

The Public Affairs Company is a long-established, Leeds based government and parliamentary relations consultancy founded by a former MP. We deliver insight, advice and strategy on how to engage effectively with political stakeholders at all levels. 

As an Account Executive, you will work on a number of client accounts across the housing, health and energy sectors.

Key tasks will include:

• Monitoring developments from Government and Parliament to provide daily and weekly reports for our clients
• Undertaking research to contribute to reports and political briefings
• Drafting correspondence to MPs and Ministers
• Organising meetings and parliamentary events
• Contributing to new business development ideas

We are looking for someone with:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to tight deadlines
• Willingness to work in a small office environment as part of a team
• Great research skills including being able to identify the key points from large amounts of information
• Effective time management and strong organisation skills, including being able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Experience of working in Westminster or in public affairs (consultancy or in-house)
• A keen interest in and understanding of UK politics
• Good working knowledge of parliamentary procedures
• Enthusiasm and ability for putting forward creative ideas

Our offer to you:

• A small, friendly team based in the north but with clients across the country, largely focussed on activity in Westminster and Whitehall
• Hybrid working with up to two days working from home
• Hands-on experience from the start
• Training and development opportunities
• Additional day off for your birthday after one year of working for the Company
• Monthly office yoga