Simon Alcock

Simon Alcock is the Director of Corporate Affairs at Pogust Goodhead, a law firm known for its work in mass torts and class actions. Here are some key points about his background and expertise:

Education

• He holds a BA Hons degree from the University of Sheffield and an MSc in the History of International Relations from the London School of Economics (LSE).13

Career

• Simon Alcock has over 20 years of experience in politics, media, and campaigning. He previously worked as a political advisor to the Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP from 2005 to 2015, both during Miliband's time in government and as Leader of the Opposition.1
• Before joining Pogust Goodhead, he was the Head of Public Affairs at ClientEarth, an environmental legal organization, where he led an award-winning campaign to address toxic and illegal air pollution across Europe.12

Roles and Responsibilities

• At Pogust Goodhead, Simon leads the Corporate Affairs team and is responsible for external and internal communications, media relations, political and external affairs, corporate brand reputation, brand marketing, and public policy. He also develops political campaign strategies and builds relationships across different sectors to enhance the impact of the firm's litigation.14

Areas of Expertise

• His areas of expertise include corporate affairs and communication, political campaigns, and media and PR.1