Analyst

We are SEC Newgate UK, an insights and research-driven global strategic communications and advocacy group. We have over 1,400 people worldwide, working across 60 offices in 29 different countries. We work at the nexus of business, politics, communities, markets and media to deliver positive outcomes. There are many things we feel passionately about but one that links them all together is respect.

We are looking for an Analyst to join our growing and award-winning team in Farringdon, London. Ideal for someone who is looking to kickstart their career in communications and corporate affairs, this entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain broad exposure to all aspects of our Communications practice and receive comprehensive support to develop essential technical skills.

For the first six months, the individual will work across the Communications department providing support to account teams and to the senior team. They will then start to be allocated specific accounts and after the first year will move into one of the specialist advisory teams.

What you’ll be doing:

• Learning, learning and more learning.
• Supporting our incredible teams to provide first class client service.
• Crafting content such as articles, press releases and helping to prepare teams ahead of meetings.
• Taking a lead on media monitoring activities, keeping a pulse on industry trends and competitor activity, preparing regular media monitoring reports, and developing media lists.
• Conducting research in response to briefs and leveraging AI agents and tools.
• Engaging in continuous learning to enhance your expertise across all areas.

Ideal for you if you are:

• Looking for your first role in strategic communications.
• A brilliant communicator, both written and verbal.
• A strong writer who can craft compelling content.
• A digital and AI native.
• Naturally curious.
• Interested in current affairs.
• Someone who can organise their work and manage their time to meet deadlines.
• Agile, able to adapt quickly to changes.
• A team player who considers their impact on others.
• Empathetic to others and respectful of difference.

More reasons to apply:

Our people are at the heart of everything we do and their experience at SEC Newgate is incredibly important to us. Our ambition is to create a working environment where everyone can thrive. We meet the ambition and drive of our people with the opportunities and support to build a successful career.

We are incredibly proud of the culture we have built and have recently been listed in The Sunday Times best places to work in 2025 for the third year in a row.

And if that’s not enough, here is a taster of what else is included:

• Hybrid working (60% in the office) with mandatory Mondays
• New business commission
• 30 days annual leave with the option to buy some, plus an additional day off for your birthday and an additional charity day off
• Access to Oliva, our mental health support platform and up to ten free therapy or coaching sessions a year
• Private medical insurance and employee assistance programme from day one
• The ability to work remotely for up to four weeks in one year
• Training and internal mentorship programme

How to apply:

To apply, please follow this link. Applications close 1st March 2026 but we may appoint before then. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.