UK Political Data Intern

Please note this opportunity is offered as a full time internship role for 3 months. We would like candidates to start as soon as possible (22 September 2025 at the latest), so please only apply if you are available by that date.

About the role

Do you have excellent data management skills and a passion for UK politics?

The Political Intelligence team provides timely information and insight to clients seeking to shape policy making in the UK. Working as part of the Dods People team, the Data Intern will play a leading role in the maintenance and development of our online service Dods People, a “who is who” database of key political and institutional contacts.

You will be responsible for the accuracy and reliability of our UK Civil Service, Devolved and Local Government datasets, which are delivered to clients via our online Dods People service, and will play an important role in the team’s work ahead of the upcoming Scottish and Welsh parliament elections in 2026. Our service provides vital support to the work of public affairs and communications professionals, as well as members of Parliament and central government.

The Dods People team are based in London, and we would be looking for the successful candidate to be based at our London office on Borough High Street. Colleagues spend some of their working week in the office and some days working from home (usually 2-3 days in the office per week).

If you’re excellent at all things data, have a passion for UK politics and would like to support us to deliver our next set of priorities, this role is for you.

What’s it like to work with us?

At Dods we focus on our 3C’s: Collaboration, Continuous improvement, and Customers. We live these values by offering employees opportunities to further their skills through learning and development and training, plenty of opportunities to connect across teams to network, socialise and volunteer, and by always keeping the customer at the forefront. Our inclusive culture means there are always room for new ideas, opportunities to be creative and continuous improvement.

Situated in the heart of London, the office working environment is collaborative, bright and airy with everyone together in one space. There’s always a bit of a buzz and conversation going on, and people really like to chat and help each other. The office is small enough that everyone knows everyone’s name, so colleagues work across teams on shared projects.

We’ve provided political intelligence for 190 years, and while we’re looking into how to leverage artificial intelligence, we know that it’s still our people and how we support our customers personally that makes us different. Work can be fast-paced – there’s an expectation that a customers can get straight through to their Consultant or Account Manager to ask a question and get a quick answer. This means that if a colleague is out-of-office, we cover for each other. It’s a very engaging environment to work in, and while it can be busy, you know that there are always great colleagues around to support you.

About Dods Group

Dods is a leading political intelligence business covering Westminster and the UK’s devolved parliaments. Organisations have been turning to us for pertinent information on what’s going on in Government since we first published the Dods Parliamentary Companion way back in 1832. We provide clients across the corporate, government and charity sectors with insight, intelligence and impact through our comprehensive suite of policy tools.

Dods Political Intelligence is comprised of three main services:

• Intelligence - Dods Monitoring – our platform offers real-time alerts, diaries and legislative trackers, inhouse parliamentary coverage, and a powerful historical search function of policy information.
• Insight - Dods Consultancy – our sector-specialist consultants provide analysis, bespoke research, and impartial guidance on the latest policy developments and trends.
• Impact - Dods People – our constantly updated database of biographical and contact information for UK parliamentarians, the digital version of the original who’s who in politics established in 1832, enables you to identify and address the right policymaking audience.

For further information, please visit: www.dodsgroup.com

What are we looking for?

The role would suit someone with experience of data management and analysis, and a strong interest in UK politics. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in data management, data analysis and desk research roles/projects
• Excellent awareness and insight of UK politics and it’s institutional structures, particularly regarding the UK Civil Service, Devolved administrations and local Government.
• Proficient using MS Office applications, especially Excel, and adept at learning new software packages such as Microsoft SSMS.
• Ability to work accurately with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to use your own initiative and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to learn, follow and ultimately develop working processes.
• Good communication skills, written and spoken.
• Team player with a flexible approach.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Be responsible for the delivery of accurate and reliable data, within the UK Civil Service, Devolved and Local Government datasets. Maintain a high standard in accordance to update schedules, best practice and house style guidelines.
• Respond to incoming data requests from clients related to the UK Civil Service, Devolved or Local Governments. Answering questions and/or conducting research to fulfil what clients are looking for.
• Collate information for the weekly People Moves newsletter across your datasets.
• Assist with mailouts to stakeholders, email responses, data updates and proofing for the Vacher’s Quarterly and Dods Parliamentary Companion books.
• Assist in the delivery of other services by the department when required (e.g. during high workload periods such as elections).

Why choose Dods?

We are proud of the inclusive culture we have built at Dods. Our team are passionate about what they do, and we are passionate about supporting them to be their best. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible, hybrid working environment so you can choose how and where to work. Celebrating diversity and inclusion is also an important aspect of our culture and we often have social events to bring everyone together. Here’s some more information on our benefits and ways of working:

Employee Benefits (UK)

• 25 days annual leave, pro rata
• Our approach to work is agile and the team currently spend some of their working week at home and in our office in London Bridge
• 4pm finish on Fridays
• Our inclusive culture means there are always room for new ideas, opportunities to be creative and continuous improvement
• Social activities, events and celebrations for you to connect with your team

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please submit a copy of your CV and Cover Letter setting out why you are a good fit for the role through our Company Careers Page Careers | Dods Group Ltd. As part of your application, you will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. The closing date is 12 September. Please note that if we receive a high number of applications, we may interview on a rolling basis or close the vacancy early, so please do apply as soon as possible.