External Affairs Lead: Media & Community Outreach

Sheffield City Council HQ; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Sheffield is seeking an experienced External Affairs Manager to lead its media team. This role involves advising senior officials on media strategies, managing press releases and crisis situations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in media relations, team leadership, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Join a dedicated team in a vital position to shape communications within the community. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working opportunities

Commitment to equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading media teams and managing press offices.
• Comfortable advising senior staff and elected officials.
• Experience in planning and executing strategic media initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the media team as External Affairs Manager.
• Advise on proactive press releases and media coverage.
• Manage the media forward planner and monitor news agendas.

Skills

Media relations expertise

Crisis management

Social media proficiency

Team leadership

Job description

A local government authority in Sheffield is seeking an experienced External Affairs Manager to lead its media team. This role involves advising senior officials on media strategies, managing press releases and crisis situations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in media relations, team leadership, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Join a dedicated team in a vital position to shape communications within the community. Flexible working options are available.