Job Description

Branch/Department: Brand and Marketing
Location: Head Office - Sovereign Street (Leeds)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: c.30,000
Working Pattern: Hybrid working model and flexible working patterns considered
Reference: 6163
Closing Date: 30 July 2025

How you'll help us live our purpose

We've been helping our members save for their future and buy a home of their own since 1875. By joining us, you'll play a big role in helping us to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation. It's a purpose that drives everything we do and one we're proud of. And you can play your part too - join our dedicated Brand, Marketing & Corporate Affairs team as our Corporate Affairs Executive.

How you'll make a difference

You will provide essential support to the Corporate Affairs team, horizon scanning the political, regulatory and media environment for opportunities and issues of relevance to our business as well as and assisting in the development and execution of strategies that promote our brand and strengthen external relationships.



You will:


Highlight political, regulatory and media changes, opportunities and issues of relevance to our business. Prepare briefings, policy responses, other external communications and briefing material for senior stakeholders. Organise and attend corporate and Governmental events and stakeholder meetings. Maintain and update media lists, stakeholder databases and communication records. Liaise with external agencies, partners and government bodies. Monitor and report on the Society's media coverage. Conduct research to support corporate communication strategies and stakeholder engagement.

What will you bring to the role?

A keen interest in the financial services industry with curiosity around FS market changes, Governmental policy changes and relevant media coverage. Relevant knowledge of corporate or public affairs. Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively. A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and support colleagues.

And in return, you'll get the best from us:

An annual colleague bonus of up to 12% Hybrid working with 60% of your time at home Matched pension contributions of up to 10% 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme of up to 5 days each year Colleague Mortgage and Saver products Electric vehicle scheme/ Cycle to Work scheme 2 days' volunteering per year

We'll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career.

Why choose Leeds Building Society?

Our business is centred around our people. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do and we're extremely proud of our Inclusive Employers Gold accreditation in 2023. We're committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.



You'll be joining a truly purpose-focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. This recognises the progress we're making to embed our purpose with our colleagues, and the actions we've taken to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

Why wait? Apply now

We'd love to hear from you. But don't wait around - we may close the advert early and we'd hate for you to miss out.



Leeds Building Society is devoted to creating a culture and workplace that is representative of the communities we serve. If you'd like to work with us but are unsure if you meet the full criteria for a role, please contact the recruiter as we'd like to find out more about the skills and experience that you could bring to the Society. We're committed to supporting you to be at your best and if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to us on careers@leedsbuildingsociety.co.uk





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