Public Affairs & Secretariat Role | UK Trade Association | Part-Time

The Work Crowd Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK trade association is looking for a Public Affairs professional to assist with government engagement and provide secretariat services. This part-time role involves organizing meetings, drafting reports, and liaising with government officials. Candidates should have a strong understanding of UK public affairs, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The position is based in the United Kingdom and is expected to be around five days per month.

Qualifications

• Experience in public affairs or related field.
• Proven political engagement skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Organise executive meetings and events.
• Draft agendas, minutes, reports, and communications.
• Manage budgets, subscriptions, and basic accounts.
• Provide political advice and intelligence.
• Liaise with ministers, MPs, and civil servants.

Skills

Strong grasp of UK Public Affairs and parliamentary process

Excellent communication and drafting skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Confident engaging at senior level

Willingness to build sector-specific knowledge quickly

Job description

Public Affairs & Secretariat Role | UK Trade Association | Part-Time

Posted Date: 18/08/2025

Industry Sector: PR and comms

Location: United Kingdom

Market Experience: United Kingdom

Contract Length: Longer than 6 Months

About the Role: Public Affairs & Secretariat Service

A UK trade association is seeking a Public Affairs professional to support its government engagement and provide secretariat services. The role blends strategic advice with hands‑on administration and is expected to be around five days per month.

About the Association

This umbrella body represents several industry associations within a major UK manufacturing and consumer goods sector. It acts as a collective voice on issues including skills, trade, regulation, and sustainability, and engages with policymakers through an All‑Party Parliamentary Group (APPG).

Role Overview

Secretariat & Administration

• Organise executive meetings and events
• Draft agendas, minutes, reports, and communications
• Manage budgets, subscriptions, and basic accounts
• Maintain website and social media

Advisory Group Support

• Arrange committee meetings
• Manage member lists, agendas, and actions

Public Affairs

• Provide political advice and intelligence
• Liaise with ministers, MPs, and civil servants
• Draft correspondence, questions, and briefings
• Arrange site visits and monitor policy developments

APPG Secretariat

• Ensure compliance with parliamentary rules
• Manage meetings, AGMs, and reporting
• Support MPs and Peers with letters, motions, and inquiries

Candidate Profile

• Strong grasp of UK Public Affairs and parliamentary process
• Excellent communication, drafting, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently with authority
• Confident engaging at senior level
• Willingness to build sector‑specific knowledge quickly