Political Assistant - More in Common UK in London

More in Common is seeking a full-time Political Assistant as we grow our team. We are a not-for-profit research agency and think tank working to bridge the gap between policymakers and the public, helping media, civil society and political leaders understand Britons who feel ignored or overlooked by those in power.

We aim to amplify ordinary people’s voices and use public opinion research to help leaders navigate divides and build common ground. We are a small team (around 20 staff) with a start-up culture where everyone is expected to execute a range of responsibilities. The role is for someone fascinated by UK politics and electoral dynamics. Do you enjoy thinking about the ins and outs of different constituencies in the UK, how various political parties are faring and the strategic implications of changing voter priorities and allegiances? Then this might be the role for you: it will focus on providing expert political commentary, analysis and advice about UK party politics and elections. You will have sound political judgement, be an outstanding communicator (in person and in writing) and be able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities at once.

The Political Assistant will serve as a key member of the UK team, working closely with the Executive Director and supporting our core areas of research, communications and client work. The role will be based in our London office Monday-Thursday with Friday at the office or working at home.

Key duties include:

• Conduct in-depth analysis of British public opinion, political trends, and electoral dynamics, drawing on quantitative and qualitative data.
• Produce research reports, briefings, and commentary on key political and policy issues, including for external use (media and clients).
• Shadow, brief and advise the Executive Director and management team on political engagements and media activities.
• Monitor and analyse developments in UK politics, identifying emerging fault lines and interesting developments for our analysis and outputs.
• Translate complex political analysis into clear, accessible insights for a range of audiences, including politicians, policymakers, journalists, and civil society partners.
• Support the development of strategic communications advice and recommendations for partner organisations.
• Work with partners and clients to deliver research projects, deploying a range of quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
• Contribute to the design and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative research.
• Represent More in Common UK in media appearances, public events, and stakeholder briefings, articulating findings in a non-partisan and constructive way.
• Collaborate with More in Common's international teams to identify cross-country trends and contribute to global research projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

Some experience working in a relevant field is desirable, such as public affairs, political research or strategic communications. However, we look for great people before we look for specific qualifications and experience - so we are always open to applications from candidates with great potential but limited experience. The following are the key elements we’re looking for:

• In-depth expertise and demonstrable passion for UK politics, in particular the working of the political and electoral systems.
• Exceptional knowledge of different UK constituencies, electoral dynamics and political party priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling analysis for non-specialist audiences under tight deadlines.
• A deep passion and interest in current affairs and UK public policy.
• Ability to work at pace, juggling multiple priorities at once, and a comfort working collaboratively in a small, fast-moving team while also managing independent workstreams.
• Demonstrable expertise extracting meaningful insights from complex sets of data or research.
• Some data visualisation skills, or the aptitude to learn, with the ability to communicate insights to diverse audiences.
• Curiosity for understanding and engaging people, and a desire to tell new stories that focus on building upon common ground in Britain today.

We understand that not everyone with the required skillset with this role will come from a political background - that is fine! We are more interested in your passion for UK politics, analytical mindset and political nous, as well as a deep curiosity for people and ideas.

Compensation and Conditions:

Competitive salary (£32-36k) plus excellent benefits including private health insurance, generous leave policy, and a personal learning and growth budget.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We will have a better chance of uniting divided societies if our team reflects a broad range of social and cultural backgrounds, beliefs, political opinions, and life experiences. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented and minority communities. More in Common wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in our equality policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010.

Deadlines and How to Apply:

The application deadline is Sunday 7 June 23:59. Applications should include:

• a CV
• a short covering letter (max two pages) - In your covering letter, as well as outlining your suitability for the role, please write up to 250 words on the three most interesting UK constituencies to watch over the next few years to understand the UK’s changing political landscape.

Please apply following the link below.

Indicative Timeline (please note these dates remain subject to change):

• Initial conversation with a hiring manager: 8 – 20 June
• Interviews (in person): w/c 22 June
• We expect to make an offer to the successful candidate by w/c 29 June.