About New Century

New Century is an international corporate, financial and political communications consultancy. We work with a broad range of clients, including national governments, global corporations, private individuals and families. 

Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and personable Account Executive to join our public affairs and communications team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stage of their career to gain broad experience across political, corporate and crisis communications.

You will work directly with clients from the outset and build relationships with leading UK and international politicians, policymakers, influencers and senior journalists. You will work alongside some of the UK's most experienced PR and public affairs practitioners.

The role offers involvement in political communications, public affairs and related PR, corporate communications, campaigns and reputation management, and crisis management and issues-led campaigns.

Your responsibilities will include supporting clients with political strategy and PR campaigns, parliamentary and media monitoring, and researching and analysing political developments. You will also build media and political contact lists, draft press releases and client materials, and attend client meetings.

Relationships are central to our work. You will be expected to represent New Century at parliamentary receptions, industry events and networking occasions, some of which take place in the evening. You will also help identify opportunities that contribute to the growth of the consultancy.

Key skills and experience
• A strong interest in and understanding of UK politics with an awareness of international affairs
• Excellent written English and strong organisational skills
• Confident, sociable and at ease meeting new people, with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Some experience in politics, public affairs, communications, campaigning or PR
• A 2:1 or above in a relevant degree
• The right to work in the UK

Desirable
• Parliamentary work experience, for example with an MP, Peer or parliamentary office
• Political contacts across the parties
• Experience of working with the media