With the company motto "Best in class, Best fun to work with", The Terrapin Group is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic executive to join our growing team. Working alongside some of the most senior and highly respected practitioners in the industry, the successful applicant will be at the early stages of their career, with some experience of working in the public affairs/media sectors.

The executive will work on client teams and will be expected to:

Carry out research on local authorities, government policy, local stakeholders and the needs of local communities
Undertake daily monitoring of Parliament, local government and the media.
Help organise public consultation exhibitions for planning applications – arrange meetings with stakeholders, write newsletters and design websites and exhibition boards.
Attend public exhibitions and interface with members of the public
Take part in site visits
Do the administration for and take minutes at public liaison groups
Attend meetings at clients' offices
The successful candidate could be currently working in the public affairs sector or could be a recent graduate. They will be fascinated by politics at a national and local level. They will have practical knowledge of the public affairs/political/media arena and understand the workings of Parliament and local government. They will be interested in property development and regeneration. The ability to write well (for reports, newsletters and press releases), perform under pressure and work on multiple projects at the same time are all essential qualities to succeed in the job. Good organisational skills and an eye for detail are also important. The role requires networking with clients and politicians from all political parties. A sense of humour is essential!