Account Manager, Public Affairs and Government Relations

We are SEC Newgate. SEC Newgate is an award-winning corporate affairs, public affairs and geopolitical adviser with global reach. We are the people you come to with an opportunity to seize or a problem to solve, working with organisations to enhance value and navigate reputational risk. Our advice is delivered by over 1,400 professionals across five continents, providing clients with around the clock counsel and support, implementing campaigns locally, nationally and internationally.

There are many things we feel passionately about but one that links them all together is respect. Respect for each other, ourselves, our clients, our suppliers, the environment we work in, the communities we operate in, and respect for everyone that are impacted by our actions.

We are looking for an Account Manager to join our Public Affairs and Government Relations team in London. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong interest in UK politics and public policy, who has previous experience of working in a similar role looking to grow their expertise.

As an Account Manager you will act as a day-to-day contact for clients, building trusted relationships and delivering consistently high level of service. You will work across a range of sectors, including financial services, energy, infrastructure and property and planning, and working closely with junior colleagues and the senior team.

You will use your skills and experience to:

• Build client relationships and manage smaller accounts on a day-to-day basis;
• Support the delivery of political engagement and influencing campaigns;
• Monitor sector, policy and media developments and advise clients on emerging issues and opportunities;
• Contribute to new business activity, including research, proposal drafting and pitch development.

Ideal for you if you have:

• A strong interest in and experience with politics and government relations.
• Demonstrable confidence in building and managing relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to produce accurate, engaging copy.
• Demonstrable integrity.
• The ability to think clearly, rise to challenges, and work well both independently and as part of a team.
• A collaborative mindset, with the confidence to lead while supporting junior colleagues.

Why work with us? Our people are at the heart of everything we do and their experience at SEC Newgate is so 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 proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the third consecutive year, which is a testament to our exceptional team and the culture we have built together.

Employee experience and benefits:

• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office. Additional office presence is sometimes required to support client impact, collaboration and in-person learning.
• Flexible working hours.
• 30 days annual leave with the option to purchase more – plus your birthday off.
• Access to Oliva, our professional development and wellbeing support platform – with 1:1 professional coaching or therapy sessions, and personalised development programmes to support your growth.
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan from day one.
• The ability to work remotely from anywhere for up to four weeks in one year.
• Training and internal mentorship programme.

To apply, please click 'Apply Now'. Applications close Friday 10th April 2026 but we may appoint before then. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we work with. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.