Government Affairs Officer

The Opportunity
The Government Affairs Officer will be responsible for the organisation’s political communications, government affairs communications and policy events programme.

Main Responsibilities:

• To monitor , analyse , research , report and lead (in specific area’s) in the development of industry response and positions on behalf of the organisation.
• To support development and delivery of the organisations policy portfolio on subjects such as competitiveness, trade, environment etc
• To lead on specific policy area’s as required.
• To provide research ,briefings and support on drafting of consultation responses and position papers on current issues in support of the organisations policy development.
• To support the Government Manager’s Manager in the delivery of the trade associations government affairs programme , including annual parliamentary receptions , party conferences activity

Key skills and experience:
 

• Previous experience working in a government affairs or policy role
• Highly motivated professional team player, eager contribute to wide policy development and relationship management in a small and busy team
• Comfortable researching and compiling accurate and reliable briefings and reports.
• Strong time management, job prioritising skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Some knowledge and experience working with the UK parliamentary and legislative processes required.
• Excellent written and oral communications

How to apply
To apply for this position please submit a copy of your CV via the “Apply for this position” button.

For more information, please contact Caitlin (Caitlin@ellwoodatfield.com).