External Relations Lead: PR & Campaigns (Hybrid)

Michael Page; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an External Relations Officer to enhance their external presence. This role involves leading communication strategies, fostering relationships, and supporting key events to promote the organization. Candidates should have qualifications in media or PR and experience in external relations. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £33,621, along with generous benefits including a pension contribution of 20%, hybrid working, and 29 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension contribution of 20%

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Qualifications

• Qualifications in media, PR, or journalism are required.
• Previous experience in external relations or press office role is essential.
• Ability to write outstanding and impactful stories is necessary.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with media is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging news and announcements for external communications.
• Support delivery of key events to enhance visibility.
• Establish a positive pipeline of news stories.
• Devise and deliver an external communications plan.
• Lead the development of the press office.

Skills

Media qualifications

External relations experience

Public relations principles

Story writing

Relationship building

Local media connections

Education

Qualifications in media, PR or journalism

Job description

A leading education provider is seeking an External Relations Officer to enhance their external presence. This role involves leading communication strategies, fostering relationships, and supporting key events to promote the organization. Candidates should have qualifications in media or PR and experience in external relations. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £33,621, along with generous benefits including a pension contribution of 20%, hybrid working, and 29 days of annual leave.