Media and Campaigns Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen within a leading food and drinks organisation to join their Communications Team. Working with the Media and Campaigns Manager, you will act as the official media spokesperson for the organisation, whilst supporting the delivery of campaigns, media and stakeholder relations. 

Key Responsibilities -

Media Relations

• Handle media queries, monitoring media outlets to keep abreast of the news agenda;
• Develop media responses and proactive press releases, press notices and position statements;
• Work closely with policy colleagues to maintain and develop the company’s presence in publications and on the website;
• Develop an understanding of the organisation and its key policy issues;
• Work closely with stakeholders, advising them on media concerns affecting policy areas.

Campaigns

• Identify and contribute to campaign and events, working with policy colleagues to keep abreast of government activity and UK/EU agenda related to campaigns;
• Develop and deliver plans for core campaigns, providing communication solutions to further campaigns including writing web copy and sourcing case studies;
• Arrange event logistics.

Profile of the successful candidate:

• Experience of press office work or media relations in the context of another role, experience in crisis management is desirable
• Ability to understand, analyse and explain complex policy
• Experience in campaigns work
• Ability to act as external ambassador for the organisation
• Demonstrable success and experience in media relations
• Awareness of national politics
• Knowledge of a wide range of media (national, regional, consumer, online)
• Strong team player, bringing a positive attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to deliver
• Experience in events management

To apply, please send your CV to Ayodele.sobowale@electus-group.com.

Salary: £30,000 + excellent benefits

Job Term: Permanent

Location: London

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