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Permanent, 37 hours per week
We are looking for a Head of Public Affairs to develop and deliver a strategy to strengthen the University's relationship with policy makers and opinion formers in the UK and overseas. Reporting to and advising the Director of Marketing, Communications and Student Recruitment you will be responsible for leading a programme of political engagement for the University and will build links and positive relationships with senior-level individuals in Westminster, Whitehall and groups such as think tanks, researchers, MPs, government officials and peers.
You will have a strong record of achievement in public affairs, experience of working within the political arena and be able to demonstrate the development and implementation of a political engagement policy. Excellent communications skills and the ability to build effective relationships are also key to the role.
If you are currently registered as a full-time student at the University please note that you may only apply for part-time jobs of 15 hours or less per week.
For more information, please download the recruitment pack.