Defence Communications Officer (SC) – 12m Contract, Remote

iO Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in England is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer for a 12-month contract based in London. This role demands a communications professional with experience in event management and media relations, especially within the defence sector. Responsibilities include leading program events, managing media relations, and producing various communications materials. The ideal candidate must hold an active security clearance and is expected to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to strategic communications efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or events management.
• At least 2 years' experience coordinating and delivering events within the defence sector.
• Experience in media relations, including outreach strategies and senior leadership briefings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support high-profile program events coordination.
• Manage media relations and draft communications materials.
• Provide day-to-day communications support across the programme.

Skills

Media relations

Event management

Public relations

Communications strategy

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in England is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer for a 12-month contract based in London. This role demands a communications professional with experience in event management and media relations, especially within the defence sector. Responsibilities include leading program events, managing media relations, and producing various communications materials. The ideal candidate must hold an active security clearance and is expected to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to strategic communications efforts.