GK Strategy is appointing a new Adviser to its specialist policy research practice. The Adviser will support the delivery of outstanding political, policy and regulatory due diligence reports and government relations strategies for our private equity investor client base. No prior knowledge or experience relating to private equity or investment banking is required for this role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting client-ready content, including for political due diligence reports and policy briefings, for client leads to review
• Supporting the delivery of primary research programmes, including interviews with policymakers and political stakeholders
• Monitoring the political, policy and regulatory environment for developments of importance to GK and our clients
• Supporting on client relationships, showing confidence in interactions with investors
• Supporting senior colleagues by contributing to client development and sell-on opportunities
• Drafting clear and concise policy summaries and analysis to be shared with assigned clients in a timely manner
• Networking effectively outside GK with confidence and demonstrating an appetite to build a professional network

The successful candidate will have

• A demonstrable interest in politics, policy and current affairs
• Excellent research and written communication skills, including the ability to accurately assess and analyse manifestoes, government policy documents, consultations and legislation
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how political, policy and regulatory developments could impact an organisation and shape the risk profile for a potential investor
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and tasks
• Attention to detail
• The ability to build good relationships and networks
• An enthusiasm for developing GK’s commercial policy offering and supporting new business initiatives across the business
• Any consultancy, in-house or parliamentary experience is desirable but not essential

Further information on the role can be found at the following address: http://gkstrategy.com/careers/