Job Type: Full Time Category: PR/Communication Location: Wellington-NZ Date Advertised: 23-APR-24 Job Reference: CLM/1781052 Job Title: Consultant - Government Affairs Business Unit: GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Division: Summary: GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Consultant, Wellington-based   GRC Partners + Porter Novelli is growing, and we're seeking a dynamic consultant to join our Wellington team. The work you do with us will be interesting, varied, and meaningful. Your sound advice, and the way you present it, will help our clients to communicate persuasively with political influencers, news media, shareholders, and a variety of other audiences. This is an opportunity for you to expand your capabilities inside a values-led, ambitious and well-connected professional services firm.   About GRC Partners + Porter Novelli GRC Partners + Porter Novelli is a consulting firm providing expert counsel in government relations and stakeholder engagement, corporate and financial communications, media relations and engagement, and marketing communications. No two days are the same. We work with New Zealand and Australian clients from many sectors, including NGOs, healthcare, financial services, FMCG and agriculture, infrastructure, energy, technology, property, and education. Through our experience and networks, we give our clients advice that helps them to achieve their reputational and commercial objectives. Our way of working is based on a foundation of high ethical standards that ensures our staff act in the best interests of our clients and deal with all stakeholders in good faith. A member of the Clemenger Group of companies, we are part of GRACosway, Australia's leading consulting firm for public affairs and strategic communications. We are Rainbow Tick accredited andhold Toitū Net Carbon Zero certification.   Who are we looking for? We're looking for a consultant with up to five years' experience to join our Wellington team. We're looking for someone with the following skills and experience (you might have some, but not all): • You work in a government department, a government agency, or in consulting. Over the years you may have had experience in all these roles. • You have useful contacts in Wellington, which may traverse both the business and public sectors. • Your ability to research and analyse public policy is first-rate, as is your ability to write with accuracy and professionalism for a wide range of audiences. • You have a natural interest in news and current affairs, especially from the worlds of politics(central and local government) and business. • You thrive being part of a collaborative team, including supporting peers and senior colleagues. We believe that everyone is responsible for creating a positive and successful work culture and we're looking for someone who embodies this. • You can confidently interact with our wide range of New Zealand and Australian clients – and have the experience to back-up your advice. • You have a ‘nose' for new business opportunities that will help our firm to keep growing and stay connected. • You are enthusiastic and take initiative and have a talent for managing multiple projects to tight deadlines with ease.   This position is based in our Wellington office, nestled within the historic Post Office Square. Occasional travel to Auckland and throughout New Zealand will be required to support colleagues and clients. We work in the office more than we're remote, but the flexibility to work around your life is something we live and breathe at all levels.   Staff at GRC Partners + Porter Novelli enjoy a competitive salary and access to the Clemenger Group Share Scheme and a range of other non-financial benefits, including being part of a team that understands there's more to life than work.   The Clemenger Group Supports an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.