The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
The Government and Parliamentary Affairs team manages the Society’s engagement with political stakeholders, in order to facilitate its influencing role as a professional membership body.
We are recruiting a Government and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser (Full Time but flexible working may be considered) to lead the Society’s lobbying on legislation and other policy based campaigns. Working within a team of three, the post holder will be proactively delivering lobbying based projects to engage parliamentarians and other important political stakeholders, including drafting and editing written communications for parliamentarians and organising events. They will ensure the efficient monitoring, analysis and internal dissemination of government and parliamentary information, in order that appropriate internal stakeholders are aware of developments in public policy, and contribute towards strategic advice on better engagement with our stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have the following:
- Degree in a relevant discipline such as Politics or Law (or equivalent work experience);
- Experience of working within a parliamentary, political or public policy environment;
- Strong interest in current affairs, especially politics;
- A thorough knowledge of the political and legislative process and the workings of Parliament;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both orally and in writing;
- Self-motivation and enthusiasm;
- Willing and able to develop innovative ways of communicating with political stakeholders and internal and member audiences.
We offer a comprehensive flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career in a professional environment.
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