Public Affairs Advisor

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What were looking for:

Essential:

• Proven experience in public affairs or government relations
• Strong understanding of UK political and regulatory landscape

In addition you will have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence in stakeholder engagement and relationship building with diverse stakeholders
• Experience in preparing briefings reports and policy documents
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• A proactive creative approach to problem-solving.

What Youll Do

• Stakeholder Engagement:Build andmaintainrelationships with government officials MPs civil servants trade bodies and industry influencers to advance Capitas strategicobjectives.

• Briefing & Meeting Coordination:Organise meetings with government and industry stakeholders including scheduling andlogistics arrange accommodation and travel whererequiredfor senior executives attending meetings or events. Compile and write comprehensive briefing packs for meetings ensuring accuracy and relevance. Liaise with internal departments to gather materials data and insights related to the meeting topic ensuring all briefing documents and supporting materials are delivered on time and to a high standard.

• Strategic Communications:Draft letters emails and briefing notes for senior executives ensuring tone and messaging align with Capitas corporateobjectivesand government priorities.

• Event Coordination:Assistin the organisationandmanagement ofparliamentary dinnersshowcasesincludingagenda planning invitations and follow-up communications.

• Thought Leadership Support:Contribute to the development of content that positions Capita as an innovator in public service delivery including AI solutions and procurement reform.

• Internal Collaboration:Work closely with Corporate Communications Marketing and Business Development teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with business goals.

• Report Submission:Prepare andsubmitcritical government reports including the Cabinet Office Annual Review and HMGs Corporate Resolution Planning (CRP) ensuring accuracy compliance with regulatory requirements andtimelydelivery.

• MP Casework Management:HandleMP casework by liaising with theappropriate internaldepartments to investigate issues and drafting formal responses including letters to MPs ensuringtimelyand professional communication

Join Capita Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Capita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services helping some of the UKs most recognized organizations transform and thrive. We use cutting-edge technology and fearless innovation to create smarter more efficient solutions that make a real difference. Our work spans diverse sectorsgovernment healthcare education and financeoffering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita youll be part of a collaborative forward-thinking team that values creativity growth and inclusion.

Whats in it for you

• Competitive salary
• 23 days holiday rising to 27 (pro rata) plus the option to buy more after qualifying period
• Paid volunteering daywith a charity of your choice
• Generousfamily leave policies including 15 weeks fully paid maternity adoption and shared parental leave
• Cycle2Work scheme pension life assurance and more

What we hope youll do next:

If youre passionate about public affairs and want to help shape the future of public services wed love to hear from you. Choose apply now and join a team thats making a difference.

Were an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. Were committed to providing an inclusive barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio) or if youd like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward please email and well get back to more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments please visit the Capita Careers website.

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