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Assistant Consultant/Consultant, Strategic Communications
At Turley we are trusted independent advisors working collaboratively with our clients to shape a more sustainable future. We are looking for an ambitious Assistant Consultant or Consultant to join our Strategic Communications team in the Midlands.
Birmingham
Turley Strategic Communications operates across the UK and Ireland, and focuses on creatively engaging people, to constructively mediate their influence within political, planning policy and place-making processes. In the Midlands, the team works from two offices – Birmingham and Nottingham.
About the role
We are seeking a proactive Assistant Consultant or Consultant with a passion for communications, politics and people. In this role you will work in the Midlands as well as the national Strategic Communications team in:
- Planning and delivering communications campaigns that help shape development proposals, drive regeneration projects and engage communities in the process;
- Preparing for and coordinating public consultations including attendance at online and in-person events. Drafting external collateral including writing press releases, social media campaign content and briefing papers;
- Undertaking political monitoring and proactively sharing insights with internal teams and external networks
- Evaluating and reporting on campaigns and consultation activity.
“Joining Turley at this early stage in my professional journey has been a fantastic opportunity for me. From day one, you have the confidence of your peers to get involved and contribute meaningfully across a range of exciting projects. Getting straight into delivering work for interesting clients and communities is a really rewarding part of the job. The breadth of knowledge across the team encourages you to know that you can shape your career at Turley in so many ways according to your interests.”
About you
The ideal candidate will be flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude. A degree (or equivalent) in a communications related subject is welcome (but not essential). Previous experience in communications or a consultancy role within a professional services environment is essential. You will have a demonstrable interest in communications, local and national politics and a passion for engaging with people from all communities. Your organisational skills should be at an exceptional level and demonstrate a broad range of experience. What is important is your ability to learn quickly and to develop relationships whilst working within a highly professional team.
About Turley
To find out more about life at Turley - our culture and the learning and development opportunities, as well as what you can expect in terms of salary and benefits, please see the website.
How to apply
If you think that Turley could be the right move for you, please apply in confidence by following the Apply Now link below or email careers@turley.co.uk, providing your CV and a covering letter.
We welcome applications directly and would prefer not to receive CVs from recruitment agencies.
The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK/Ireland by the start of their employment.
Our aim is to be an even more diverse and inclusive company; we celebrate difference and we're actively building more diverse teams. We welcome applications from candidates regardless of background and personal circumstances who meet the criteria set out above. We would love for you to join an organisation that enables you to thrive. If you need any assistance during the recruitment process or we can put in any adjustments for you, please contact Turley’s People & Culture team (careers@turley.co.uk).
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