Assistant Engagement Consultant

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Engagement Consultant to join Assystem and support stakeholder engagement activities across major transport, infrastructure and energy programmes, whilst gaining exposure to the UK's growing nuclear sector.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engagement professionals to support the planning, coordination and delivery of stakeholder engagement activities. They will assist in building positive relationships with clients, local authorities, statutory consultees, regulators, communities, landowners and wider programme stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their career to develop their skills in stakeholder engagement, public consultation and project delivery while contributing to complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes.

The role offers exposure to a variety of sectors, including transport, infrastructure, nuclear new build, decommissioning, defence nuclear and strategic energy infrastructure, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement

• Assist in the development and delivery of stakeholder engagement activities across major infrastructure, transport and energy projects.
• Support the identification, mapping and analysis of key stakeholders, including their interests and potential concerns.
• Help maintain positive relationships with local authorities, statutory bodies, government agencies, regulators, communities and other stakeholders.
• Assist with organising and coordinating stakeholder meetings, workshops, public consultations and community engagement events.
• Support the preparation of stakeholder engagement plans, presentations, reports and communication materials.
• Maintain accurate stakeholder databases, contact lists, engagement records and action trackers.
• Record stakeholder feedback, enquiries and commitments, ensuring information is accurately documented and shared with relevant teams.
• Assist with monitoring engagement activities and preparing regular project updates.

Programme and Project Delivery

• Provide administrative and coordination support to project managers and stakeholder engagement teams.
• Work collaboratively with planning, consenting, environmental and engineering teams to support project delivery.
• Assist with identifying and recording stakeholder-related risks, issues and opportunities.
• Support the preparation of consultation materials and documentation for planning and consenting processes.
• Help coordinate stakeholder engagement activities throughout different stages of the project lifecycle.
• Assist with organising meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes and tracking follow-up actions.
• Support the preparation of project reports, presentations and engagement summaries.
• Ensure project information and stakeholder records are maintained accurately and in accordance with project requirements.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Work closely with senior consultants and multidisciplinary project teams to support the successful delivery of engagement activities.
• Actively participate in training and development opportunities to build knowledge of stakeholder engagement and infrastructure projects.
• Develop an understanding of relevant planning, consultation and consenting processes.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to support continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Qualifications

Essential Experience and Skills

• An interest in stakeholder engagement, communications, public consultation or community engagement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with a range of audiences.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to learning, problem-solving and professional development.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• An interest in major infrastructure, transport, energy or environmental projects.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience, including internships, placements or graduate-level roles, in stakeholder engagement, communications, public relations, planning or community engagement.
• Exposure to infrastructure, transport, energy, environmental or construction projects.
• An understanding of public consultation processes or stakeholder engagement principles.
• Awareness of planning and consenting frameworks, including Development Consent Orders (DCO) or other infrastructure consenting processes.
• Experience supporting meetings, workshops, events or public consultations.
• Experience maintaining databases, preparing reports or coordinating project activities.
• Familiarity with stakeholder management systems or CRM platforms.
• An interest in the nuclear, defence or wider energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in communications, planning, geography, environmental management, public relations, social sciences or a related discipline.
• Applications from candidates with relevant transferable skills, practical experience or alternative qualifications are also welcomed.
• An interest in working towards professional membership or accreditation, such as IAP2, APM or MRTPI, would be advantageous.

Additional Information

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