External Affairs Adviser
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Department: Corporate Affairs
Reporting to: Head of Public Affairs
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time (Mon–Fri, 9am –5pm, with additional hours worked as required for external affairs activities)
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Role Summary
We are seeking an External Affairs Adviser to support the delivery of our public affairs and stakeholder engagement activities. Working within our Corporate Affairs team, you will help build and maintain relationships with key political, governmental and industry stakeholders, monitor policy developments, and contribute to advocacy activities that support our members and the wider offshore energy industry.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in public affairs, government relations or policy within a fast-paced and influential membership organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Support the delivery of public affairs campaigns, stakeholder engagement activities and advocacy initiatives aligned with OEUK's priorities.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with politicians, civil servants, regulators, industry bodies, member companies and other key stakeholders.
- Monitor political, parliamentary and policy developments, providing timely intelligence and updates to colleagues and members.
- Prepare high-quality briefing papers, consultation responses, correspondence, speaking notes and other stakeholder communications.
- Support parliamentary groups, working groups, stakeholder events and engagement programmes, including governance and secretariat activities.
- Represent OEUK at meetings, industry events and stakeholder engagements across the UK when required
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a motivated and politically aware individual with experience in public affairs, policy, stakeholder engagement or communications who is keen to further develop their career in external affairs.
You will be a strong communicator with excellent research and analytical skills, capable of turning complex information into clear, concise and impactful briefings and communications.
You'll be skilled at building relationships and working collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders, while remaining organised and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in politics, public policy and the UK's energy sector.
- The ability to build credibility with stakeholders and maintain productive professional relationships.
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- A proactive approach to monitoring developments, identifying opportunities and supporting advocacy activities.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality work in line with OEUK's values and objectives.
About You
You are passionate about politics, policy and current affairs, with strong research, analytical and communication skills. You build effective stakeholder relationships, produce high-quality written briefings and communications, and can manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Above all, you are proactive, collaborative and keen to develop your career within a team supporting the UK's offshore energy industry.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time role working 9am –5pm, Monday to Friday in a hybrid office environment with additional hours worked as required for external affairs activities.
Why Work at OEUK?
At OEUK, you'll be part of the leading representative body for the UK's offshore energy industry during a period of significant change and opportunity.
We offer:
- The opportunity to influence discussions that shape the future of the UK's energy system.
- Exposure to senior political, governmental and industry stakeholders.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- The chance to work with passionate colleagues who are helping deliver a secure, sustainable and competitive energy future.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Benefits include:
- Learning & development opportunities
- 27 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Hybrid and Flexible Working
- Competitive pension scheme
- Private medical cover
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Ability to purchase/sell annual leave
- Life cover (4× salary)
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected].
Your covering letter should highlight your relevant experience, key achievements and interest in public affairs, policy and stakeholder engagement. Friday 14th August 2026.
For the full job description, please visit our careers page.
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sabbatical
- Sick pay
- Transport links
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in public affairs, government relations, policy, stakeholder engagement, communications or a related field?
- Do you have experience monitoring political, parliamentary, regulatory or policy developments?
- How many years of experience do you have producing briefing papers, consultation responses, reports or professional correspondence?
- Do you have experience engaging with government, parliament, regulators, industry bodies or membership organisations?
- Please briefly describe your most relevant stakeholder engagement experience.
- How would you rate your knowledge of UK political institutions and parliamentary processes?
- Why are you interested in the External Affairs Adviser role at OEUK? (Written response, maximum 250 words)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
