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Role Name: Public Affairs Manager

Location: Hackney Campus. Required to work across the whole college

Pay Range: £57,428 – £6,174 per annum

Hours and weeks: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks

Contract Type: Full time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: Midnight on 5 October 2025

Interview Date: 23 October (To be confirmed)

New City College is an outstanding, sector-leading further education college. One of the largest colleges in the country, with proven expertise across curriculum areas as well as initiatives including sustainability and practitioner-led research.

We need an experienced, proactive and very organised public affairs manager to manage effective stakeholder relationships, facilitating our expert staff to make the right contact with the right people at the right time.

Needless to say, you will have proven experience in managing high profile strategic stakeholder relationships. You will have the skills and confidence to help us to influence policy and further develop our position in the sector, and to make sure our work is aligned to external drivers, giving our students the very best opportunities for their future.

You will have your finger on the pulse of FE and skills, so you can keep abreast of emerging and developing policy and advise the NCC team of engagement opportunities. You will maintain a detailed stakeholder map and support our management team to connect with elected officials and other influencers.

With a talent for translating policy into opportunity, you will read and summarise policy papers, lead on consultations, co-ordinate and support bids. You will also manage stakeholder events focused on policy and influence. You will also take the lead on strategic initiatives as required. Exceptional written and verbal communication and attention to detail are a must.

At New City College we work hard, with focus and accountability. You will be a team player and a natural leader/influencer. We work on campus as one team which places students first; this is not a wfh role. Your achievements and contribution to the college team will be recognised and appreciated.

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

Find out more:

See the job description for an outline of the role, which will evolve and develop in line with organisational and external drivers and priorities.

For an informal discussion about the role please do contact Executive Director: Communications & Student Support or for further information about the application and section process, contact Human Resources on or

About New City College:

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.

Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £1 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.

This role reports to the Head of Public Affairs and is part of the External Affairs Directorate working as a senior member of team devising and delivering the Public Affairs strategy.

Successful candidates will have six to eight years of public affairs or policy making experience and will be able to demonstrate a track record of working with key political stakeholders and delivering public affairs campaigns.

We are looking for someone with extensive political knowledge, experience in both creating and delivering public affairs campaigns, and who is able to identify and build key relationships. You will be expected to work both independently and to lead a team, and to deliver a very high standard of written work.

You will work closely with all teams within the External Affairs Department – comprising External Communications, Economic Strategy, Public Affairs and Research – as well as all parts of the wider BVCA, such as Policy, Marketing, Membership and Events. You must be a team player, who can deliver individually as well as through and with others. A proactive self-starter with a strong work ethic is critical to the success of this role.  In addition, as you will be working closely with a range of members and external stakeholders, the ability to build strong and effective working and relationships is a must.

Responsibilities include:

• Working with the Head of Public Affairs to develop and implement the Public Affairs strategy
• Monitoring the political and legislative agenda and advising the organisation on how to respond.
• Drafting and reviewing written evidence and consultation documents
• Briefing senior leaders for public appearances ministerial set piece events and Select Committees.
• Mapping, and maintaining a stakeholder management programme with key stakeholders across parliament, devolved administrations and the policy-making community.
• Oversight of key BVCA events including building agendas, identifying speakers framing topics.
• Overseeing team members in communicating key BVCA publications, data and policy positions to external stakeholders
• Producing clear and engaging external facing documents such as reports from complex reports and data.
• Writing speeches and presentations for the Chief Executive and Chair of the BVCA and other senior colleagues.
• Oversight of the production and roll out of core scripts and briefing documents.
• Working with senior colleagues to ensure clear and consistent external communications across the organisation
• Researching complex policy issues using internal BVCA and external sources
• Reviewing briefings written by junior colleagues to ensure consistency, clarity and tone.
• Planning social media posts and drafting and reviewing them with an eye to a political audience.
• Representing the BVCA to members and other external audiences
• Oversight of the team leading the BVCA’s MP Connect programme
• Line managing two PA team members.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.
• Clarity of organisation and written communication, including consistency of tone language and formatting of public facing documents.
• Proven expertise in and knowledge of the UK political environment
• Sound political and communications judgment
• Experience of producing primary research and drafting clear communications for research publications
• Understanding of and/or interest in key areas relevant to advocacy for private equity and venture capital
• Eye for detail and creativity
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective audiences (LinkedIn,Twitter etc.) and how they can be most effectively used
• Sound knowledge of digital communications
• Excellent IT skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and the ability to learn and use other software packages
• Highly self-motivated, with the ability to work autonomously
• Ability to form effective working relationships with internal and external contacts
• Strong administrative and organisational skills and great attention to detail
• Demonstrable initiative and enthusiasm, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strongly results-focused, able to clearly demonstrate success via proven metrics
• Creative and full of ideas of how to improve and innovate

Benefits

Why come work for the BVCA? 

• Be part of the leading trade body for the private capital industry in the UK, supporting the growth of the industry and deepening the understanding of external stakeholders to the benefit of the industry 
• Experience a friendly, engaged, and passionate work environment (with regular social activities) with a supportive culture  
• A competitive salary, reflecting the technical requirements and seniority of the role, and a performance-related discretionary bonus 
• Enjoy important benefits: 25 days holiday in addition to Bank Holidays; a 10% non-contributory pension; non-contractual day off for your birthday 
• Life and medical benefits: life assurance (4 times salary); private medical Insurance for you*; health cash plan*; critical Illness and income protection insurance*; employee Assistance Programme – includes Mental Health support, Virtual GP, Nutrition advice and Financial wellbeing 
• Other benefits: interest free season ticket loan; corporate discounts; reimbursement of up to 2 relevant professional institutes; generous support for professional and personal development, Cycle to Work Scheme

At the BVCA we understand that AI tools are used widely every day.  We really value transparency, so ach application should be accompanied by a cover letter written by you that clearly outlines your reasons for applying for the role, what relevant experience you have, and what it is that appeals to you about working at the BVCA or and the Private Capital sector?  We are interested in your skills, perspectives and experiences so we ask all candidates to confirm that the application and everything related to it is their own work.

The closing date for applications for this role will be 12.00pm on Friday 3 October 2025.   First interviews will take place on Microsoft teams on w/c 13 October.  Second interviews will take place in our office w/c 20 and 27 October. We also ask if you could let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments made for your interviews.

Events Content Manager

Membership Organisation

2 Day Office, Central London, 3 Days Home

Basic Salary Up to £44,000 dependant on experience with benefits

Permanent, Full Time

Our client, a respected membership association, is seeking an Events Content Manager

If you are an experienced Events Content Manager, interested in Public Policy and Government looking for your next step –– and currently working within a membership body, trade association, professional body, not-for-profit, corporate, or B2B environment, we would love to hear from you.

Role Purpose

As an Event Content Manager, you will conduct exciting public policy research, work with the most senior speakers from across government, business, universities and civil society speaker management, and create engaging content.

Your mandate is to deliver high-quality, high-impact events, where you will be required to research key policy and economic trends affecting government, business and society, owning the full production life cycle from policy research and agenda setting to speaker acquisition and management etc. You will also collaborate with the marketing and membership functions to ensure that our policy focus for your events programme aligns with membership needs and shifting priorities.

This role is critical to our membership offer – all our events are highly respected and supported by the organisations membership base and will require a strategic thinker who can ensure that the right policy research is carried out to inform event idea validation. The role will be supported by the Event Operations team who will drive on-the-day logistics.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Event content development

Lead the content development and planning of your events programme across our themes, this includes - Build compelling agendas, Craft key event outcomes, Curate engaging and thoughtful speaker briefings, Identify and acquire credible, expert speakers, Identify and draw in relevant audiences

Conduct research on key policy and economic trends affecting sectors across our membership base including market and policy trend analysis, collecting feedback from our members including stakeholder interviews and surveying to inform your event programme.

Lead the collaboration across internal teams to recommend and develop effective marketing and communication materials to promote the events programme such as landing pages, eNewsletter segments, and promotional campaigns, taking ownership of all event programme deliverables under your remit.

Immerse yourself in the sectors by networking with key industry figureheads and build an in-depth understanding of how our themes can drive collaboration across our members.

Oversee and liaise with the Event Operations assistant allocated to your event and/or programme to ensure smooth event delivery.

Innovation, continuous improvement and collaboration

Experience

4+ years’ experience of conference or content development preferably around policy or key business issues.

Proven ability of managing the full conference production cycle, including research, agenda setting, speaker acquisition and event management across a variety of themes, including launch and repeat events (ideally from a major conference organiser).

Experience working directly with senior executives - understanding their motivators, contextualising their expertise and building meaningful relationships on behalf of a brand/organisation.

Demonstrable strategic portfolio development and/or new event/content idea validation across one or more: International relations, politics, political economy, finance, economics or technology.

Clear passion for content development, implementing new content strategies to drive audience engagement and interaction and enhance brand awareness and value

Advanced project management skills including project launch, progress monitoring, feedback and key learnings in one or more environments: charities, membership/training organisations, public sector or third sector.

Deep interest and/or exposure in policymaking, U.K. economic development and government relations.

To apply to this role for Events Content Manager please send your CV asap.

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.

Policy & Public Affairs Manager - Northern Ireland Job Introduction As Policy & Public Affairs Manager you'll help us achieve our vision of a world where diabetes does no harm. Leading on the development and delivery of policy, public affairs and influencing activity you'll work alongside people living with, and at risk of, diabetes and collaborate with colleagues within the Northern Ireland team and across the UK to drive change. Role Description: You'll work closely with the National Director to influence MLAs, ministers, government officials and senior leaders within the Health Service to deliver on our strategic objectives. You'll make sure that our Diabetes UK policy positions work in a Northern Ireland context and deliver campaigns to turn these positions into action. You'll produce policy reports, consultation responses and briefings. You'll keep up to date with what's happening across Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK in health, horizon scanning to identify issues affecting people living with diabetes. You've got experience of working in an influencing role with the NI Executive, and ideally also the health system. You can build strong relationships with a wide range of people and use these relationships to influence change. Your critical thinking is well-honed, and you're great at communicating verbally, producing high quality reports as well as compelling cases for change. You've got an eye for detail and can translate complex data and policy to help inform our strategic decisions. You're up for joining a small team at a time of change and, using your unique skills and experience, will enhance the team and help shape our future. For further information about the role please refer to the job description at the end of the page. We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role. Interview date: 17 November 2025 Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK. To view a full list of accepted documents and the checks employers are required to make click here To view guidance on proving your right to work to an employer click here If you have any questions, please contact Package Description We have some amazing benefits available which we are proud to be able to offer. We have a health cash plan available, early finish Fridays, access to an incredible Learning and Development offer, and much more. Please refer to the job description pack to find out more about what benefits you can access if you become an employee of Diabetes UK. About the Company For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there's no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won't stop until diabetes can do no harm. With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications. We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries - like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure. We can't do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they've been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day. But there's more to do. And you can be part of it. Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Diabetes does not affect everyone equally and as a charity we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We seek to better reflect those we serve. This means we actively seek to reach a diverse pool of candidates in our recruitment processes and particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented at senior level, including those from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds. It also means if you have a disability or long-term condition, we're happy to consider any reasonable adjustments you might need to take part in the process and succeed in the role, just let our HR team know via We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role. Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references and a DBS check if required. To find out more about what we do, check out our website. Diabetes UK Attached documents Job Description Pack - Policy Public Affairs Manager NI Sept 25 Apply Salary £35,961 - £39,956 Frequency Annual Job Reference diabetesuk/TP/ Contract Type Permanent Full Time Closing Date 19 October, 2025 Job Category Services, Communities and Improvement Business Unit Services, Communities and Improvement Location Lisburn with hybrid working, United Kingdom Posted on 26 September, 2025 Apply

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Public Relations Manager and the wider communications team.
• Manage the PR team's calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and calls, and ensuring all participants are informed.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare and proofread correspondence, press releases, speeches, presentations, and other communication materials with a high degree of accuracy.
• Organise and manage PR events, press conferences, and media briefings, including venue selection, logistics, invitations, and on-site support.
• Maintain media contact databases and track media coverage, compiling reports on PR campaign performance.
• Handle incoming enquiries from media, stakeholders, and the public, responding professionally and directing them to the appropriate contact.
• Manage filing systems, both physical and digital, ensuring all PR-related documents are organised and easily accessible.
• Assist with budget tracking and processing invoices related to PR activities.
• Conduct research on relevant topics, trends, and media outlets as required for PR campaigns.
• Support the creation and dissemination of marketing and communication materials.
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to ensure smooth coordination of PR activities.
• Provide general administrative support, including managing mail, answering phones, and ordering supplies.

• Proven experience as a Senior Administrative Officer, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative role, preferably within a PR or communications environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with PR or media monitoring tools is a plus.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems effectively.
• Experience in event coordination and management is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication channels.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams and external contacts.

Role - Senior Account Director, Public Affairs (Food, drink and agriculture experience desired)

Based in Holborn, London

How to Apply

If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover note to Hugo Briggs,

About Lexington

Lexington is a leading strategic consultancy with offices in London and Manchester. We work with global businesses, organisations, and institutions to deliver positive change and shape the future. Our public affairs team is one of the most respected in the industry, representing clients such as British Airways, Mars, the Football Association, Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and National Highways.

At Lexington, we believe in bringing together the most talented people to do exceptional work. We foster a collaborative, rewarding culture where people thrive, grow their skills, and build meaningful careers.

About the role

We’re looking for an ambitious and experienced Senior Account Director to join our public affairs team. This mid-senior level role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of UK public affairs, delivering strategic campaigns for some of the country’s most influential organisations.

This role will be working on accounts in the food, drink and agriculture sectors, so experience in this area will be a bonus.

You will play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate complex political and policy landscapes, delivering strategic campaigns that drive real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of high-quality programmes and campaigns that support clients’ public affairs objectives
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, grounded in strategic insight and measurable results
• Provide tailored, well-informed advice based on a deep understanding of clients’ operating environments
• Drive account growth through renewals and organic expansion
• Lead the development of new business opportunities, proposals, and pitch presentations
• Mentor and support junior colleagues, providing line management and career development guidance
• Wider contributions to Lexington according to your skillset

You will bring:

• A strong background in public affairs or communications, either with consultancy experience or in-house
• A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to influence at senior level
• An established or growing network of relevant contacts
• A collaborative, team-focused approach, with a commitment to high standards and professional growth
• A strong interest in politics, policy and public affairs

Other desired skills:

• Sector knowledge in food, drink and agriculture

Role - Senior Account Director, Public Affairs (Food, drink and agriculture experience desired)

Based in Holborn, London

How to Apply

If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover note to Hugo Briggs,

About Lexington

Lexington is a leading strategic consultancy with offices in London and Manchester. We work with global businesses, organisations, and institutions to deliver positive change and shape the future. Our public affairs team is one of the most respected in the industry, representing clients such as British Airways, Mars, the Football Association, Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and National Highways.

At Lexington, we believe in bringing together the most talented people to do exceptional work. We foster a collaborative, rewarding culture where people thrive, grow their skills, and build meaningful careers.

About the role

We’re looking for an ambitious and experienced Senior Account Director to join our public affairs team. This mid-senior level role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of UK public affairs, delivering strategic campaigns for some of the country’s most influential organisations.

This role will be working on accounts in the food, drink and agriculture sectors, so experience in this area will be a bonus.

You will play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate complex political and policy landscapes, delivering strategic campaigns that drive real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of high-quality programmes and campaigns that support clients’ public affairs objectives
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, grounded in strategic insight and measurable results
• Provide tailored, well-informed advice based on a deep understanding of clients’ operating environments
• Drive account growth through renewals and organic expansion
• Lead the development of new business opportunities, proposals, and pitch presentations
• Mentor and support junior colleagues, providing line management and career development guidance
• Wider contributions to Lexington according to your skillset

You will bring:

• A strong background in public affairs or communications, either with consultancy experience or in-house
• A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to influence at senior level
• An established or growing network of relevant contacts
• A collaborative, team-focused approach, with a commitment to high standards and professional growth
• A strong interest in politics, policy and public affairs

Other desired skills:

• Sector knowledge in food, drink and agriculture