We are SEC Newgate UK

An insights and research-driven global strategic communications and advocacy group. We have over 1,200 people worldwide, working across 50 offices in 22 different countries. We work at the nexus of business, politics, communities, markets and media to deliver positive outcomes.

There are many things we feel passionately about but one that links them all together is respect. Respect for each other, ourselves, our clients, our suppliers, the environment we work in, the communities we operate in, and respect for everyone that are impacted by our actions.

Our opportunity:

We are looking for an Account Executive to join our Advocacy team in London.

This is a great opportunity for someone seeking to develop their career in public affairs and communications, who has experience and interest in the UK political systems, particularly at national level, and, ideally, knowledge of the political or public policy environment.

As an Account Executive, you will be supporting the day-to-day running of Advocacy projects, working across a range of sectors, including financial services, energy, infrastructure and transport. You will play a key role in ensuring that the team meets deadlines, executing tasks accurately and in a timely manner and helping to maintain strong client relationships.

A few key elements of the role will include political monitoring, attending and coordinating client meetings and providing support for engagement activities as well as undertaking research and coordination activities for new business pitches and proposals. You will also be involved in supporting with the development of a wide range of strategy development and thought leadership and research campaigns and developing reports for clients.

Ideal for you if you:

• Are someone with integrity.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional eye for detail.
• Have strong organisational and time management skills.
• Have the ability to think clearly, rise to challenge and work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.
• Have a particular interest in and experience of politics.