Political assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Manager - Global Immigration Base Location: London The KPMG Immigration function is a cornerstone of our business. We are a disrupter in the legal services industry offering legal advisory services combined with new law and technology driven offerings and multi-disciplinary solutions. Our lawyers have the benefit of being part of an exciting start-up business within a leading global professional services firm. We do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise. KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is We are responsible for the delivery of best-in-class Law solutions and trusted to get it right first time. Why Join KPMG as a Global Immigration As a member of the client service team, supervise and manage engagements and other related activities under the general direction of partners, directors, and/or senior managers, leading staff, consultants and assistant managers in providing outstanding client service. What will you be doing? • Managing team activities to ensure compliance with KPMG risk management policies and procedures and manage engagement administration., • Supervising and coaching junior members of staff to help them realise their full potential, • Final review of materials and communications for senior members of the practice for KPMG/client representation to immigration authorities and government officials, • Monitor client service standards, swiftly addressing delivery failures (such as missed SLAs) and implement resolution plan to ensure these are prevented, • Be responsible for effective management of engagement financials, cash collection and review of significant invoices What will you need to do it? • Extensive demonstratable experience in Global Immigration, • Thorough understanding of immigration concepts and issues and pro-actively research current immigration developments, • Previous experience working at Manager level within Global Immigration, • Experience of managing small teams, coaching and mentoring junior staff, • Excellent level of attention to detail and accuracy and strong IT skills including very good MS Office (Word, Excel and Power Point Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras: • Communication: Very good level of written and verbal communication skills., • Project Management: Excellent organisation skills with ability to plan, prioritize, meet deadlines and monitor budget., • IT: Strong IT skills, including very good MS Office (Word, Excel and Power Point)

Commercial Assistant Manager (107856) Base Location: London plus network of 20 offices nationally. The KPMG People function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise. KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is. By encompassing a wide range of disciplines across a breadth of areas such as Customer Experience and Digital, Strategy, Forensic, Risk and Regulatory, People and Talent, and Operational and Financial Transformation, we become immersed in our clients' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best possible outcomes and get it right first time. Why Join KPMG as a Commercial Assistant Manager We offer an end-to-end learning service that combines advisory, specialist content, and learning delivery, building on the capability developed for clients. Our interdisciplinary Connected Learning department aims to create a culture of learning by delivering quality, innovative learning that is easily accessible, embedded to the learner’s role and has a measurable impact. Connected Learning is an emerging, but integral part of our Consultancy practice and brings together KPMG's breadth and depth of subject matter expertise with our learning design and technology skills and capabilities to help improve individual and organisational performance. It is an exciting capability area that seeks to tackle the full breadth of clients’ learning needs. Our work covers a whole spectrum of services at the scale and quality that the market is demanding. By closely monitoring market drivers and learning trends, we have combined a best of breed consortium led approach in the learning supply chain. A core part of our offering is to help clients make the connection between what their workforce has in terms of measurable skills, what they don’t have and what they need to have. This helps clients realise their immediate and future strategic business aims. What will you be doing? The role requires the ability / flexibility to work across learning clients where multiple programmes in the portfolio require a strong understanding of the sector. The Commercial Assistant Manager is primarily responsible for supporting the sourcing and competition of the appropriate supply chain to support relevant client engagements in the sector driving the commercial outcomes of particular supplier partnerships through effective procurement and relationship management. As a Commercial Assistant Manager, you will be part of a Commercial team who is responsible for managing day-to-day supplier relationships while ensuring that supply chain activities are undertaken in accordance with the firm’s policies and procedures, risks are managed, and third-party spending is contained, and profitability targets are met. The Commercial Assistant Manager will have demonstrated knowledge of procurement and contract law, strong communication and negotiation skills, and an ability to drive team performance under tight deadlines. Strong prioritisation management and a keen eye for detail are essential. A key strength required for this position is someone who is a strong stakeholder manager and thrives on developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers. As a team member, the Supply Chain Assistant Manager must embody KPMG’s values, act as a role model, and build commitment and belief toward the accomplishment of the team’s goals. • Sourcing and onboarding of new suppliers to support business needs- running open and fair competitions. Setting evaluation criteria to demonstrate the best outcome for clients and ensuring the process is effectively managed end to end, • Manage external relationships with the client commercial teams, • As required by the Supply Chain Manager, manage commercial activity to support particular contracts, • Escalate issues to Supply Chain Manager and manages upward effectively. Knows when is appropriate to draw in support to ensure that firm is represented externally at the appropriate level of seniority., • Ensures that Supply Chain Manager is briefed on issues, risks and matters which go beyond the ordinary course of business., • Horizon scanning on the learning marketplace and development and stakeholder management of relationships with particular contract supplier chain, • Support the business to drive commercial outcomes through effective procurement and supplier management practices, • Ensure that all supply chain activity is in accordance with the firm’s policies and procedures, • Work day to day with suppliers and KPMG stakeholders, • Manage conflicts of interest and risk appropriately in order to protect KPMG, • Manage day to day learning supply chain relationship responsibilities, • Proactively manage Intellectual Property Rights and associated risks Leadership & Management Day-to-day responsibility supporting successful sourcing and procurement activities to support our client learning services business. The role will report directly to the Supply Chain Manager and needs clear articulation of any risks and mitigations. Operating with other core services teams in the central MLS services (e.g. Finance, Service Centre, Technology). Stakeholder Interaction & challenges: Frequent client interaction to build trusted relationships as day-to-day point of contact, underpinned by a clear governance structure. Impact, Risk, Accountability & Governance: The role is important to the learning business as it ensures successful delivery of multi-year contracts. KPMG’s reputation in the market is essential for future MLS opportunities / extensions. What will you need to do it? • Demonstrable commercial acumen, ideally supported by formal study and exposure to contract law, • Able to manage risk in a complex environment, • Able to analyse data and draw out key messages, • Extensive knowledge of working with suppliers, • Organises and schedules workload effectively, • Seeks to improve service delivery on an ongoing basis, • Able to interpret and apply procurement process consistently, • Able to challenge assumptions and validate information within due process, • Willing to build a deep understanding of the business area and show a personal commitment to meeting business needs, • Willing and able to respond positively to demand and stretching tasks; bouncing back from any setbacks, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Stakeholder management and relationship-building skills; builds and develops positive constructive relationships across client teams, • Demonstrates that they actively engage with others in order to address views and concerns., • Demonstrate curiosity and suggest new ideas, approaches and perspectives., • Ability to problem solve and convey information to client members outside the commercial team, • Anticipates when others need support and offers help To discuss this or wider Consulting roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG. Our Locations: We are open to talk to talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are: • London Canary Wharf With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team. Find out more: Within Consulting we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below:

End Point Assessment (EPA) Administrative Assistant Office-based, London (including blended working) Temporary contract, 3 days a week £30,845 pro-rata per annum per year, excellent pension scheme and health cash plan Starting January 2026 until 30th June 2026 Closing date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 12th January 2026 Membership Bespoke, the leading recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to membership organisations and associations, is delighted to be supporting our client, a professional membership organisation, in their search for an organised End Point Assessment (EPA) Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented administrator to play a key role in supporting the delivery of apprenticeship End Point Assessments. Working closely with assessors, apprentices, training providers, and internal teams, you will help ensure assessments are scheduled, administered, and delivered smoothly, accurately, and in line with regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities • Process apprentice Gateway applications accurately using their EPA management system., • Schedule and facilitate online Professional Discussions between apprentices and assessors., • Review and issue feedback promptly, supporting moderation processes to ensure quality outcomes., • Coordinate payments and liaise with Finance and Membership teams., • Respond to enquiries from apprentices, assessors, employers, and universities., • Undertaking pre and post assessments checks for submissions; reviewing assessor feedback and issuing results to candidates. About you Essential • Strong administrative experience with excellent attention to detail., • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks., • Confident using IT systems and MS Office., • Clear and professional communication skills., • A proactive, flexible approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team Desirable: • Experience in education, training, or EPA organisations., • Knowledge of apprenticeships and EPA processes., • Familiarity with GDPR and data protection requirements. APPLY TODAY To apply to the role of End Point Assessment Administrative Assistant please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

Executive Assistant Interviewing 12th January Hybrid (occasional travel to prestigious London Offices - Charing Cross) Part-time | Flexible hours 28-30 hours per week Permanent £38,000 – £40,000 Full Time Equivalent Are you a proactive and organised Executive Assistant looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact? A leading trade association is looking for someone to support their Chief Executive with a mix of diary management, governance support, and stakeholder coordination. This is a varied role, ideal for someone confident working independently, managing multiple priorities, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Key responsibilities: ✔ Diary and inbox management ✔ Preparing agendas, papers and minutes ✔ Supporting governance and compliance ✔ Coordinating projects and communications ✔ Liaising with members and external stakeholders What’s on offer: ✨ Hybrid working ✨ Flexible, part-time hours ✨ Supportive team culture ✨ Salary £38,000–£40,000 FTE If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you. Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

We are seeking a professional, organised, and dependable Part-Time Office Assistant to support our London office three days per week (Tuesday to Thursday). This is a highly visible role that plays a key part in creating a welcoming and well-run office environment for employees, clients, and visitors. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work, thrives in a people-facing role, and takes pride in keeping an office running smoothly. Key Responsibilities • Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and deliveries, • Handle incoming calls, mail, and packages, • Manage meeting room bookings and prepare refreshments for meetings, • Maintain office supplies, equipment, and shared spaces, • Coordinate with building management, cleaners, and suppliers, • Support internal office moves and meeting logistics, • Assist with travel arrangements when required, • Provide general administrative and clerical support, • Maintain filing systems, documentation, and internal records, • Support employee events and office activities What We Are Looking For • Previous experience in office support, reception, or administration, • Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail, • Friendly, professional, and service-oriented approach, • Comfortable working independently and handling multiple tasks, • Confident using Microsoft Office and basic office systems, • Reliable and happy to be fully onsite three days per week Why Join Linedata • Friendly, collaborative and respectful culture, • Stable, long-term opportunity with a global fintech leader, • Exposure to international teams and leadership, • Varied role with autonomy and responsibility, • Supportive working environment with real work-life balance, • A team that genuinely enjoys working together About Linedata With over 25 years of experience, 20 offices worldwide, spanning 50 countries, Linedata is a publicly traded company that combines software, services, and data to transform the daily operations of 700 leading financial institutions. Linedata delivers a comprehensive suite of software solutions for investment management, lending and leasing, fund administration, advanced data analytics, and business process outsourcing services. By leveraging the most advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, Linedata empowers financial institutions to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and thrive in the complexities of the financial services industry. Committed to excellence and recognized with multiple industry awards, Linedata is at the forefront of reshaping the financial services sector. Visit our website to learn more Our work environment Whether you’re just beginning your career or are an experienced professional, Linedata offers exposure to large-scale client projects, internal mobility and opportunities to develop your skills alongside leading experts. We support a healthy work-life balance through flexible work arrangements, welcoming offices with a collaborative atmosphere and programs that promote employee's wellness. Linedata offers a friendly and entrepreneurial culture where diverse perspectives are valued, and every voice matters. Our core values -caring, smart, passionate, and sustainable—unite us and guide our work, empowering us to remain independent and innovative for over 25 years. Commitment to Diversity We recognize, celebrate, and seek to increase diversity across our organization. Diversity is an asset to organizations and linked to better performance. It is an integral part of how we do business and imperative to our success. As an international Group, we also believe that our people need to reflect our clients and local communitities. Linedata is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are seeking a dedicated and politically astute individual to work with the Senior Political Officer and Political Officers to advance the NEU’s political strategy. Reporting to the Senior Political Officer, you will monitor the Political Engagement budget, including processing invoices, reconci

Good Growth Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayors environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work. About the team Our friendly Business Engagement and International Promotion Team serve as the gateway for the private sector into the Mayor of London and his team and the Greater London Authority (GLA). We champion mayoral and GLA priorities to the private sector both domestically and internationally and get their buy in. We manage mayoral business boards and engagement with the private sector. We engage the private sector in policy and decision-making at the GLA to achieve economic growth, making sure London is the best place to do business in the world. About the role We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the Business Engagement & International Promotion team at a crucial time for Londons growth. You will have experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector, and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and proactive, can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environment and can demonstrate excellent attention to detail. You will play a key role in helping the Mayor of London to build and maintain effective relationships with key private sector contacts and leading employers. You will manage and lead business engagement activities through building relationships with business, planning and delivering projects and events, gathering insight about the needs and key issues facing the capitals businesses and delivering business-facing campaigns. You will need to take a strategic overview of the Mayors priorities for economic development in the capital. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage senior stakeholders and provide advice to the Mayors Office. What your day will look like Meet with key sector stakeholders to gather insight and understand global and local challenges and opportunities to keep an up-to-date understanding of business perspectives that will shape your policy advice and decisions Represent the GLA at external meetings and events to influence key business stakeholders and get their buy in for mayoral priorities (policies, campaigns, programmes), using strong communication and persuasion skills to influence outcomes and navigate challenging situations Lead high profile business engagement events and meetings for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth ensuring they are well planned and deliver clear results Write high quality meeting and event briefings for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth, using strong research and analysis skills Work across the GLA Group to connect a wide range of business stakeholders on a wide range of policy areas Support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor at meetings and events, with occasional out-of-hours working as required. Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Experience of engaging and influencing senior external stakeholders. Good understanding of economics and business policies, especially in the financial and professional services sectors. Significant experience of project management and evidence of driving delivery on major high profile, public facing or corporate projects. Desired Skills/Experience Good written skills/experience of writing briefings for senior executive management. Behavioural competencies Building and Managing Relationships is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Actively engages partners and encourages others to build relationships that support GLA objectives Understands and recognises the contributions that staff at all levels make to delivering priorities Proactively manages partner relationships, preventing or resolving any conflict Adapts style to work effectively with partners, building consensus, trust and respect Delivers objectives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnership Communicating and Influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well thought through arguments Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Monitors allocation of resources, anticipating changing requirements that may impact work delivery Ensures evaluation processes are in place to measure project benefits Gains buy-in and commitment to project delivery from diverse stakeholders Implements quality measures to ensure directorate output is of a high standard Translates political vision into action plans and deliverables The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework How to apply If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following: Up to date CV Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the CV and Cover Letters section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., CV applicant name - 012345) As part of GLAs continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you have questions about the role If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Lan Feng would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at lan.feng[at]london.gov.uk . If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment[at]tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment. Assessment process Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted, youll be invited to an interview/assessment. The interview/assessment date is: The week commencing 26 January (subject to change) Equality, diversity and inclusion London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required. Benefits GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme. Additional Information Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration. Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. Secondment Opportunity If you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying: On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period; successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and at least 18 months service with the GLA If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the Approval for secondment application form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy.This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy.Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed. If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. For further information, please see Secondment Policy and Procedure . IMPORTANT : If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the Approval for secondment application form as it is not a secondment. If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application More Support If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact resourcingteam[at]london.gov.uk . TPBN1_UKTJ