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FleishmanHillard is a leading global and UK communications and public affairs consultancy. The ideal place to kick-start your career in public affairs or politics with a varied and rewarding workload that will prepare you for any future role.
We have an excellent track record of advising blue chip clients as they navigate regulatory, political and policy issues of substantial commercial and societal significance. We are proud of our “communications approach”, built on smart political insight, a creative mindset, and an integrated approach to delivery, which increasingly draws on digital advocacy and media, alongside traditional public affairs.
The Role
We are looking for a candidate who is aspiring towards a career in politics or public affairs. This 6-month paid internship [temporary contract] will offer you a rounded experience of public affairs consulting at a leading global and UK agency as well as an opportunity to advance your skills within an upwardly mobile team. We will invest in your development by providing training, challenge and career advice.
As a graduate intern, you will assist in the implementation of public affairs programmes across our accounts; supporting our team in their ambition to deliver top quality work, based on a strong understanding of our clients’ priorities and the political landscape that will impact them.
Your work will be varied day-to-day but will include monitoring relevant information sources and reporting on key developments, as well as helping to research and prepare draft reports, presentations, and issue analysis relevant to our clients.
Throughout the internship, starting in September, you will be able to work at home, or from our London Bankside office, if preferred.
Experience Required
- Graduate with strong academic record
- Good understanding of the UK political system with a desire to learn more
- A record of extra-curricular activity and commitment
- Evidence of political involvement (desirable but not essential)
Skills and Competencies Required
- Demonstrated interest in UK politics or public policy as well as a familiarity with news coverage from a range of sources
- Evidence that you are someone who is willing to go the extra mile
- Excellent oral and written communication in English
- Commitment to the highest standards of service delivery
- Ability to manage multiple issues and deadlines
- Entrepreneurial and creative approach to problem solving
- Ability to build and maintain trusting relationships
- Dynamic, supportive, collaborative and willing team player
- Accuracy, strong attention to detail
- Confident research abilities
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Why FleishmanHillard?
FleishmanHillard globally specialises in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. We have been named PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a “Standout Agency” on Advertising Age’s A-List; NAFE’s “Top 50 Companies for Executive Women” for six years running; and among our firm’s award-winning work we’ve taken home 5 Lions in the past two years at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity. We’re also more motivated by what we can give than what we receive, and in our 70th year, we’ve initiated a worldwide service commitment to support social inclusion in the communities in which we work and live.
