Job Description
Role Overview:
The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a fantastic membership organisation as they search for an experienced and proactive Senior Press Officer to join their media team. This is an initial 6-8 month fixed-term contract, with the potential for a permanent position.
This role will be pivotal in managing media relations, enhancing the organisation’s reputation, and supporting key policy initiatives. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with a base in Oxfordshire and occasional travel requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage both proactive and reactive media relations to ensure effective press office processes, monitoring, and reporting.
* Draft and distribute high-quality press releases, media statements, and editorial content to secure impactful coverage.
* Develop and implement media plans that support organisational campaigns and strategic objectives.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media contacts, and key external stakeholders.
* Provide expert advice and media briefings to internal spokespeople, ensuring consistent and strategic messaging.
* Collaborate on digital media strategies and contribute to content creation for social and online platforms.
* Organise and support press conferences, media events, and stakeholder meetings.
* Track and analyse media coverage, reporting on key performance indicators to assess impact.
Person Specification
* 3–5 years of proven experience in media relations, PR, or press office functions.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling press materials.
* Strong media contacts and the ability to secure coverage across a variety of platforms.
* Experience working in a fast-paced press office, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
* Proficiency in digital media platforms and social media engagement.
* Strong networking and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in written communications.
* IT literate, with experience using media databases and distribution platforms.
* Willingness to travel and attend events outside standard office hours if required.
What’s on Offer:
* This is a hybrid role, with just 2-days per-week based in Oxfordshire.
* A salary of £37,000 to £40,000 per annum for the successful candidate.
* Additional benefits such as flexible working, employee assistance program, retail discounts, and more.
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How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.
We aim to get back to all successful candidate within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.