Associate Director

Senior Public Affairs Role at a Breakthrough Agency
Are you passionate about UK politics and ready to take on a leadership role at a disruptive, trailblazing consultancy? Elva Partners is seeking a
Senior Associate Director in Public Affairs
for a rapidly growing, politically plugged-in agency, founded by a former Director of Comms at No. 10. This is your opportunity to work alongside an impressive team that includes a former Labour MP, senior advisors at the heart of government, as well as impressive senior agency backgrounds.
What sets this role apart?
A
cross-party senior leadership team
with a proven track record in advocacy, reputation management, crisis handling, and political campaigning.
A diverse portfolio of clients from
disruptive tech firms
to
Russell Group universities
,
FMCG brands
, and
global professional services
.
A
dynamic, fast-growing
agency culture based in the heart of Westminster.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead public affairs efforts with your
deep knowledge of UK politics, legislation, and political processes
.
Leverage your
Westminster and Whitehall network
to drive impactful results.
Manage and mentor teams
while actively contributing to business development and new client pitches.
Utilize your
media relations skills
to successfully place stories and build advocacy campaigns.
Engage senior stakeholders across
business and government
with your gravitas and expert counsel.
The Ideal Candidate:
Has a
strong client management
background, working with
large, high-profile companies
.
Possesses
excellent written communication
for policy papers, op-eds, and other high-impact content.
Demonstrates
entrepreneurial thinking
, with a proven track record of generating business opportunities.
A strong leader internally, managing teams while contributing to overall business strategy.
Why join this team?
Wellbeing-first culture
: Hybrid working, training, and clear progression pathways.
Inclusive leadership
: Diverse senior team with a commitment to meritocratic growth.
Prime Westminster location
: Be at the heart of UK politics and business.
Competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits.
About Elva Partners:
We offer
bespoke, discreet career guidance
, helping you find your perfect role. With
insider knowledge of our clients
, we provide comprehensive support, from interview coaching to offer negotiation.