At a Glance
- Tasks: Research, draft content, and support strategic campaigns for clients in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Highgate, a leading strategic advisory firm with a global impact.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and access to senior team members.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in strategic advisory and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Undergraduate degree and some relevant experience; strong writing and research skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Working For: Global CEO & sovereign advisory firm, Highgate
Location: London office & remote (hybrid)
Start Date: September 2026
Highgate is a strategic advisory firm that helps clients navigate high-stakes issues and contested environments. Highgate is looking for two interns to help execute and deliver strategies and campaigns for clients. This role is ideal for a motivated, enthusiastic person looking to build their career in strategic advisory, dispute resolution, and communications.
As part of Highgate’s Internship Programme, you will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning and an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of your career interests. In addition, every intern has a dedicated mentor to support and guide them. Our interns are important members of the team, have full access to the senior team, are involved in company meetings and support with business development initiatives.
Key Tasks:
- Researching and compiling concise briefing notes in the areas of politics, business and international affairs for existing clients and new business opportunities.
- Drafting content including reports, blogs, briefings, social media posts, newsletters etc. that support client work.
- Researching and analysing media articles for clients, including daily media monitoring.
- Compiling stakeholder contact lists, including media, and writing pitches to journalists.
- Attending internal and client meetings, writing up summary notes.
- Support the drafting and brainstorming of communications and business strategies.
Key Requirements:
- Completed an undergraduate degree.
- Previous professional experience (typically one to two years) gained through internships, placements or employment in a related field.
- Excellent written communication skills, strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
- Ability to research and synthesise information within short time.
- Excellent organisational skills, including managing and prioritising multiple tasks.
- Strong work ethic, curiosity, a desire to learn and the ability to work in teams and independently.
- A keen interest and a good understanding of politics and international affairs.
- Digital and foreign language skills are desirable, but not essential.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Employment is subject to successful reference checks.
Diversity & Inclusion
Highgate fosters an inclusive workplace where everyone – regardless of background, identity, or lived experience – feels valued, supported and able to thrive. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Highgate Intern employer: Taylor Bennett Foundation do
The Ripple Effect in Twickenham is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a hybrid work model and a 4-day week, employees benefit from a healthy work-life balance while having ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team that values innovation and proactive contributions, making every day at work both meaningful and rewarding.
Contact Details:
Taylor Bennett Foundation do Recruitment Team
