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OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

This opportunity is for a Public Affairs / communications role that is ideal for someone with strong Labour connections.

Public Affairs Officer

Professional Membership Body

Hybrid Working (Central London and Home)

Salary: £39310 plus a generous benefits package

Full Time, Permanent

My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Public Affairs Officer

If you are a Public Affairs Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Policy and Public Affairs Officer

We’re looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop the association’s policy on a range of issues, through engagement with members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We’re looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you’ll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

To apply to this role of Public Affairs Officer please send your CV,

Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

Director – Public Affairs
Central London, hybrid

This fast-growing consultancy, founded in the last six years, has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting players in the UK communications and public affairs landscape. Despite being relatively young, it has built an impressive reputation for helping leading global companies earn and protect their reputations. With a client list that includes some of the world’s most recognisable names across tech, retail, aviation, and consumer brands, it offers the opportunity to work at the heart of complex, high-profile issues that shape the national conversation.

The consultancy is proud of its distinctive culture: positive, supportive, and ambitious in equal measure. Its senior team are not only experts in their fields—ranging from senior Government advisers to high-profile journalists—but also dedicated mentors who take genuine care in developing their people. Growth is central to their philosophy: both organisational growth (the team is scaling quickly) and individual growth, with career development and progression built into the fabric of how they operate.

The Role
The consultancy is seeking a senior public affairs professional with deep UK experience to join its leadership team. This Director role will combine strategic client advisory, senior account leadership, and team development. It is a rare opportunity to shape both client outcomes and the trajectory of a fast-growing business.

Key responsibilities include:

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  Acting as strategic adviser to clients, particularly on public and corporate affairs.

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  Leading on high-profile accounts, ensuring consistently excellent advice and delivery.

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  Building and nurturing senior client relationships, while fostering new business opportunities.

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  Contributing to the Senior Leadership Team, helping to shape the consultancy’s future direction.

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  Coaching and developing consultants across the team, ensuring a culture of excellence and support.

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  Driving business development and supporting the consultancy’s marketing strategy.

The Candidate

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  Strong and proven UK public affairs experience at a senior level.

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  A track record of leading high-profile client accounts and delivering outstanding strategic advice.

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  Cross sector expertise required - desirable sectors include property & Infrastructure, technology, consumer industries and financial services 

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  The ability to operate at pace, navigating complex regulatory and political environments.

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  A collaborative and supportive approach to leadership, with a commitment to developing others.

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  An entrepreneurial mindset and appetite to be part of a consultancy scaling rapidly.

Why join?
This consultancy offers the chance to be part of something genuinely exciting: a fast-growing, values-led business, working with some of the world’s most high-profile companies. The environment is thoughtful, supportive, and ambitious—where talented people are trusted, empowered, and given the freedom to do their best work. For the right candidate, it represents a career-defining move.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

This opportunity is for a Public Affairs / communications role that is ideal for someone with strong Labour connections.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

This opportunity is for a Public Affairs / communications role that is ideal for someone with strong Labour connections.

Public Affairs Officer

Professional Membership Body

Hybrid Working (Central London and Home)

Salary: £39310 plus a generous benefits package

Full Time, Permanent

My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Public Affairs Officer

If you are a Public Affairs Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Policy and Public Affairs Officer

We’re looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop the association’s policy on a range of issues, through engagement with members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We’re looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you’ll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

To apply to this role of Public Affairs Officer please send your CV,

Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

Public Affairs Officer

Professional Membership Body

Hybrid Working (Central London and Home)

Salary: £39310 plus a generous benefits package

Full Time, Permanent

My client, a leading professional membership body based in Central London with over 19,000 members of all ages, stages or disciplines across the UK, is currently recruiting for a Public Affairs Officer

If you are a Public Affairs Officer, Advisor or Executive with experience in advocacy, research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and influencing government or regulatory policy in and around Westminster, parliament, political landscape within a membership or trade association working as part of a team we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Policy and Public Affairs Officer

We’re looking for someone to join our policy and public affairs team to develop the association’s policy on a range of issues, through engagement with members, and deliver joined-up campaigns for policy change across the UK.

We’re looking for an individual with excellent policy and public affairs skills, who is experienced in undertaking research and analysis. You will work on a number of interesting and complex issues, so you’ll need to be able to digest and condense a range of information and material. You will work closely with volunteers and external stakeholders, so excellent communication skills are essential.

To apply to this role of Public Affairs Officer please send your CV,

Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

Job Title: Head of Public Affairs

Location: Oxford Road, Manchester

Salary: £59,966 - £71,566 per annum, depending on relevant experience

Job type: Full Time, Permanent (1 FTE)

Closing date: 28/10/2025.

This University is seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced Head of Public Affairs.

The university is looking for someone who can lead a team to help advance the impact of its world-leading research in policy-making circles. They also want someone who can set the agenda for higher education in the corridors of power for what should be recognised as one of the country's leading global sectors.

The role will suit someone who is front footed about their political engagement. We are not living in a time of business as usual and need someone appropriately dynamic to rise to the moment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Leading the development and delivery of a University-wide public affairs strategy and influencing map
• Promoting research outputs and expertise to influence public policy and decision-making
• Building and maintaining relationships with policymakers, think tanks, civil servants, and other stakeholders
• Collaborating with the university's academic community to amplify policy-relevant work
• Advising senior leaders and academics on public affairs opportunities and risks
• Overseeing public affairs campaigns, events, and publications
• Monitoring political and policy developments to inform strategic engagement
• Representing the University externally as a credible and visible ambassador
• Leading and developing a high-performing public affairs team
• Ensuring alignment with the University's strategic goals, including social responsibility and research impact
• Supporting internal engagement to build staff capability and confidence in policy engagement
• Evaluating the effectiveness of public affairs activity and reporting on impact

Person Specification:

• Deep understanding of UK policy-making processes
• Knowledge of higher education sector and research and its role in society
• Proven experience in public affairs, policy engagement, or government relations
• Track record of having changed policy and law through engaging lawmakers, policy shapers, and officials
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and external partners
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and political awareness
• Ability to translate complex research into accessible policy messages
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Project management and campaign planning expertise
• Commitment to the University's values including social responsibility, inclusion, and sustainability

As one of the leading Universities our employees enjoy exclusive access to excellent benefits and schemes including:

• Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure
• Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family
• Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities
• Learning and development opportunities
• Season ticket loans for public transport
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Staff recognition schemes
• Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings

This University is part of a prestigious Group of universities and highly respected across the globe as a centre of teaching excellence and research innovation and discovery.

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments will be made on merit.

We reserve to right to close the advert early in the instance that we receive a high volume of suitable applicants.

Any CV's submitted by recruitment agencies will be treated as a gift.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Head of Government Affairs, Corporate Communications Manager, Public Affairs Director, Communications Lead, External Affairs Lead, Head of Policy, may also be considered.

Director – Public Affairs

Central London, hybrid

This fast-growing consultancy, founded in the last six years, has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting players in the UK communications and public affairs landscape. Despite being relatively young, it has built an impressive reputation for helping leading global companies earn and protect their reputations. With a client list that includes some of the world’s most recognisable names across tech, retail, aviation, and consumer brands, it offers the opportunity to work at the heart of complex, high-profile issues that shape the national conversation.

The consultancy is proud of its distinctive culture: positive, supportive, and ambitious in equal measure. Its senior team are not only experts in their fields—ranging from senior Government advisers to high-profile journalists—but also dedicated mentors who take genuine care in developing their people. Growth is central to their philosophy: both organisational growth (the team is scaling quickly) and individual growth, with career development and progression built into the fabric of how they operate.

The Role

The consultancy is seeking a senior public affairs professional with deep UK experience to join its leadership team. This Director role will combine strategic client advisory, senior account leadership, and team development. It is a rare opportunity to shape both client outcomes and the trajectory of a fast-growing business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as strategic adviser to clients, particularly on public and corporate affairs.
• Leading on high-profile accounts, ensuring consistently excellent advice and delivery.
• Building and nurturing senior client relationships, while fostering new business opportunities.
• Contributing to the Senior Leadership Team, helping to shape the consultancy’s future direction.
• Coaching and developing consultants across the team, ensuring a culture of excellence and support.
• Driving business development and supporting the consultancy’s marketing strategy.

The Candidate

• Strong and proven UK public affairs experience gained within a consultancy environment
• A track record of leading high-profile client accounts and delivering outstanding strategic advice.
• Cross sector expertise required - desirable sectors include property & Infrastructure, technology, consumer industries and financial services
• The ability to operate at pace, navigating complex regulatory and political environments.
• A collaborative and supportive approach to leadership, with a commitment to developing others.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and appetite to be part of a consultancy scaling rapidly.
• Excellent cross party connections
• Strong commercial skills - including driving new business and organic revenue growth.

Why join?

This consultancy offers the chance to be part of something genuinely exciting: a fast-growing, values-led business, working with some of the world’s most high-profile companies. The environment is thoughtful, supportive, and ambitious—where talented people are trusted, empowered, and given the freedom to do their best work. For the right candidate, it represents a career-defining move.