London Agency is pleased to expand its public affairs team with the recent addition of former Media and Communications Advisor Jack Walton. Further expanding the Agency’s capacity across government and policy engagement.
Walton joins London Agency following nearly four years of experience across the Federal Parliament, the Senate, and Victorian Central Coalition Headquarters. Most recently, he served as Media and Communications Adviser to Federal Member for Menzies, Keith Wolahan MP during the first term of the Albanese government.
During his time in Federal Parliament, Walton was responsible for leading digital strategy and media content that garnered over 10 million views. He also supported high-profile media appearances across ABC, Sky News, and Q+A.
Walton brings a digital focus and an integrated approach to public affairs, combining data, media strategy and policy insight. He is looking forward to supporting organisations working to improve healthcare outcomes for Australians.
“I have attended events at Parliament House hosted by London Agency and admired their work. Now part of the team, I am looking forward to working with every level of government on all sides to create tangible outcomes for Australians,” said Walton.
“At a time when the intersection between media, policy, and public opinion has never been more important, I’m looking forward to helping clients engage meaningfully with government and the broader public.”
London Agency Managing Director John Emmerson said Walton’s addition to the Agency provided important insight into the current political landscape.
“Jack’s first-hand political experience and digital-first approach to media will be an asset to our clients navigating complex public and policy landscapes,” Emmerson said.
Walton is currently completing his Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Economics and Finance at the University of Melbourne.
London Agency is also growing its Public Relations (PR) team, and currently seeking a PR Manager with at least 3 years of relevant PR, agency OR health-related experience. If you are excited by the challenge of turning complex science and health policy into compelling media narratives that spark action, click here to apply.
