We are seeking to appoint a Political Officer within the National Gas Corporate Affairs team, based at our London office.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong political judgement and a keen interest in the energy sector.

Your responsibilities:

• Writing and delivering high quality political and policy briefings for senior figures within National Gas.

• Proactively organising and attending events with key political and industry figures.

• Engaging with parliamentarians and government figures to support National Gas’ objectives.

• Liaising with and supporting colleagues across National Gas, up to the highest level.

• Analysing political and policy developments, and producing relevant material in response.

• Monitoring external political and policy activity covering the government, backbenchers, opposition parties, industry, and the devolved nations and regions.

• Willingness to work flexibly around the political calendar.

Your professional experience:

• Excellent political judgement.

• The ability to work independently and proactively to produce high quality material.

• Understanding and experience working in Parliament or alongside senior politicians.

• Keen interest and understanding of the energy sector.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Fluent and clear written style.

• A strong academic background.

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