Chambré is a strategic communications agency with a focus on government relations and public policy in Northern Ireland and Ireland. With over 20 years’ experience delivering tangible successes for clients, our work is focused on providing insight, informing policy and mitigating political risk. We tailor clients’ messages and build relationships, so good ideas are heard by the right audiences, and implemented.
We are looking for a candidate with strong research skills and a passion for politics to support the political monitoring and research function of our business. A core component of the strategic counsel we provide at Chambré, our research team identify political developments and policy changes that create risks or opportunities for our clients. We make sure our clients have the right information at the right time, providing analysis and recommendations to allow them to plan accordingly.
This role will also provide the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the world of public affairs. The successful applicant will gain exposure to politicians, civil servants, senior business people and charity executives. You’ll learn and develop skills in policy analysis, strategic communications and event management.
This is an opportunity for the right person to take their first steps in the exciting world of political monitoring, policy research and public affairs.
Who we’re looking for
Experience and Qualifications
- Educated to degree level;
- Excellent research, writing and communications skills;
- Experience in a political or policy role desirable, but not essential. Academic study of current political or policy issues on the island of Ireland would be advantageous.
Personal attributes
The successful candidate will:
- Be passionate about politics and current affairs;
- Have a keen eye for detail;
- Be able to assimilate, analyse and summarise written material quickly;
- Be comfortable giving presentations and attending networking events;
- Have a strong work ethic with ability to prioritise competing demands;
- Be competent and confident in the use of social media, including Twitter and LinkedIn;
- Have good IT skills with experience of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
About the role
Political intelligence
- Contribute to the production of high-quality, tailored political intelligence reports for our clients;
- Conduct policy research across a variety issue areas/policy sectors;
- Identify emerging pieces of intelligence that are relevant to the business and our clients.
Public affairs
- Help to deliver proactive and reactive political engagement strategies and campaigns;
- Build and maintain good relationships with political and policy influencers, including politicians, party officers, civil servants, journalists and other relevant people;
- Attend political party conferences, information events and networking events;
- Produce minutes and action notes for clients.
Internal Responsibilities
- Provide support to our research team;
- Attend networking and information events on behalf of Chambré;
- Contribute to Chambré blog and social media output.
What we offer
- Training and development opportunities available;
- 20 days annual leave, plus usual public holidays in NI;
- Hybrid working;
- Time off in lieu.