Public Affairs Consultant

Milltown Partners

Our clients operate at the frontiers of innovation - we advise technology companies driving change, global investors funding the future, the giants of sport and entertainment, and influential individuals on the communications and policy challenges that define their reputations. Our work spans corporate and financial communications, policy and public affairs to engage regulators and policymakers, policy communications and leadership communications. We underpin the full breadth of our capabilities with research-driven insights and campaigns. We're also pioneering AI-enhanced advisory work for both our clients and internal innovation, using technology to unlock insights from data at unprecedented scale and speed.

The role 

We're hiring at mid-level – Consultant and Senior Consultant – and we're open to hearing from candidates across that range.

Both roles sit at the driving force of our client work. You'll be a trusted adviser to technology companies navigating complex regulatory and political landscapes across the UK and Europe – shaping public affairs strategy, driving execution, and helping clients understand and influence the environment they operate in. The distinction between the two levels is one of autonomy and authority, as well as experience: Consultants work closely with project leadership to set direction and execute; Senior Consultants operate with greater independence, interrogate briefs more deeply, and are expected to push the quality of our work without being asked.

What both levels share is a particular kind of disposition. When you read out the latest frontier technologies, AI and investor trends, you don’t just absorb it - you think about how these stories are told and why some organisations define their reputations while others struggle to. You’re drawn to the complexity that sits behind the public understanding of tech regulation and legislation. You think forensically, extrapolate quickly, and make things land with parliamentarians, policymakers, and tech leaders alike. We want people who can demonstrate that, not just describe it.

What you'll do

Shape public affairs strategy

You'll work with your client and project leadership to set the strategic direction for client work — identifying how best to position clients, which policymakers and stakeholders matter most, and which channels will deliver results. You'll create integrated public affairs plans that guide execution and ensure every tactic ladders up to a clear strategic objective. You'll interrogate briefs and design research questions so that all advice is grounded in evidence and insight, not assumption.

Advise with strategic judgement

You'll provide recommendations directly to clients – in writing, in meetings, and in high-pressure moments when quick, sound judgement matters. You'll produce compelling written content and drive the execution of significant public affairs moments: major announcements, executive visits, select committee hearings, ministerial meetings, and more. You'll need to read widely, stay across government consultations, industry developments, and client challenges, and develop informed perspectives on complex issues including artificial intelligence, competition, data protection, and online safety.

Use AI to drive better outcomes

You'll use AI tools regularly in your daily work to improve the quality and efficiency of what you deliver. This means leveraging tools like Claude, Gemini, Factiva, Meltwater, and our internal AI Studio to conduct research, generate insights, and produce analysis at scale and speed. You'll contribute to how we share knowledge about AI across the team, including by experimenting with and implementing AI-powered workflows, and help ensure all outputs meet our quality standards.

Drive and deliver client work

You'll manage the work of junior colleagues, creating clear project plans, delegating effectively, and demonstrating the agility to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Getting things done well – and supporting others to do the same – is central to the role.

Contribute to business development

You'll understand how clients generate revenue and ensure our advice supports their business objectives. You'll contribute to how Milltown operates and thrives – whether that's improving team efficiency, identifying new ways to help clients, or using your expertise and network to unlock opportunities. Restlessness about finding better ways to work is part of our culture.

Build a collaborative environment

You'll give and receive feedback regularly, actively seek input from colleagues at all levels, and demonstrate allyship to everyone on the team. Creating an inclusive environment where brilliant work happens is everyone's responsibility.