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Job Title: Account Director – Public Affairs (Real Estate & Built Environment) Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience) Type: Full-time, PermanentAre you a strategic thinker with a passion for politics, policy, and the built environment? A leading public affairs consultancy is seeking an exceptional Account Director to join their growing team and lead high-profile client accounts across the real estate, infrastructure, and planning sectors.About the Role:You’ll play a central role in advising clients at the heart of the property and development world, helping to shape the future of our cities and communities. Working alongside a dynamic and experienced team, you will lead accounts spanning major regeneration projects, strategic land, housing, and commercial development.Key Responsibilities:Lead the strategic development and delivery of public affairs and stakeholder engagement campaignsAdvise clients on political risk, planning policy, and community engagementBuild and maintain relationships with senior political, media, and industry stakeholdersProvide strategic counsel to developers, investors, and built environment leadersOversee and mentor junior colleagues, ensuring high-quality output and professional developmentDrive business development through networking, proposal writing, and pitchingWhat We’re Looking For:Significant experience in public affairs or political consultancy, with a strong understanding of the UK planning system and built environment sectorA deep network of political and industry contacts, particularly in local and regional governmentStrong knowledge of housing, regeneration, and infrastructure policyExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to distil complex policy issues for varied audiencesExperience managing clients and projects with confidence and autonomyA collaborative, proactive and commercially-minded approachBenefits:Hybrid working with a vibrant central London officeOpportunities for rapid career progression and leadershipSupportive, inclusive team cultureCompetitive salary and bonus structureProfessional development and training opportunities