Public Affairs Officer

Public Affairs Officer (Interim) | London / Hybrid | Immediate Start

£19.25 - £22ph depending on experience (£35K-£40K equivalent)

Membership Bespoke is working with a leading UK membership organisation to recruit a Public Affairs Officer to support a high‑impact public affairs function during a period of extended leave.

This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role at the heart of political engagement in the education and skills space, ideal for someone who thrives on policy insight, stakeholder engagement, and delivering clear, influential communications.

The Role

You’ll support the Public Affairs Manager and wider team to influence government and policymakers across England, with a focus on further education and the student landscape.

Key responsibilities

• Drafting high‑quality briefings, template letters, and newsletter content
• Monitoring and analysing UK political developments and translating them into meaningful insight
• Supporting delivery of party conference activity in the autumn
• Coordinating a high‑profile parliamentary report launch

What we’re looking for

• Strong written and verbal communication skills – able to tailor messaging to different audiences
• Solid understanding of UK politics and parliamentary processes
• Ability to interpret complex policy developments and assess their impact
• Proven experience organising events with senior stakeholders

Desirable

• Knowledge of the further education sector
• Experience supporting party conferences or parliamentary events

The contract

• Immediate start
• Initial 3‑month contract (likely to extend to 6 months or beyond)

If you're a politically engaged communicator with sharp analytical skills and a proactive mindset, this is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact in a respected organisation.

To apply to this role 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.

Membershipbespoke is acting as recruitment business in relation to this role. Membershipbespoke 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.

Membershipbespoke remains the only specialist recruitment organisation in the UK, which offers a dedicated service tailored to the needs of Trade Associations, Unions, Professional and Regulatory Bodies.

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