Abrdn Internship Sumer Opportunities 2025 – Public Affairs Officer

Locations: London
Time Type: Part-Time
Time Left to Apply: End Date: February 1, 2025 (16 days left to apply)

Overview:

Are you passionate about influencing policy-makers and improving living standards? Are you a student, recent graduate, or professional looking for part-time career opportunities? If so, this internship offers a unique chance to advance your career in public affairs while supporting impactful work at the abrdn Financial Fairness Trust.

Role Overview

As a Public Affairs Officer, you will:

• Support the public affairs function of the Trust.
• Build strong relationships and identify opportunities to influence key stakeholders.
• Raise awareness and enhance understanding of the Trust’s work among a broad audience.

This role is perfect for students, undergraduates, or graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in public affairs, with a background or interest in the Trust’s focus areas.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a highly motivated individual with:

• Strong influencing skills and experience in public affairs or related sectors.
• A keen understanding of the UK’s political landscape and government processes.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to support grantees effectively.

You’ll work within a small, hybrid team based in London and Edinburgh, with occasional UK travel.

What You’ll Get

We believe in work-life balance and offer:

• Flexible part-time hours (21 hours per week, over three or four days).
• A salary of £23,221 (£38,702 FTE) with a transparent pay scale.
• 40 days of annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays).
• Comprehensive benefits: private medical care, life assurance, income protection, and a 16% unmatched employer pension contribution (with an additional 2% match if you contribute).
• Additional perks like discounted gym membership and travel insurance.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for students, recent graduates, or professionals to further their careers in public affairs while supporting meaningful change.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now by uploading your CV and a supporting letter detailing how you meet the role’s requirements. Combine both documents into one if needed.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Level One employer. If you have a disability and need support during the application process, let us know by completing the relevant section of the candidate questionnaire.

Questions?

Not sure if you meet all the criteria or need flexibility? Reach out to us at recruitment@financialfairness.org.uk, and we’ll arrange a chat with the line manager.

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