External Relations Officer

THE TALENT SET; Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational provider in London is seeking an External Relations Officer to develop and manage external communications strategies. The successful candidate will enhance the organization’s reputation through media relations and compelling content creation. Key responsibilities include managing media relationships, producing engaging storylines, and supporting external campaigns. With a salary between £30,500 and £32,500 for a permanent role, this position allows hybrid working with three days per week onsite. Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a media relations or external communications role.
• Established relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage external communications, including news releases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to highlight community achievements.
• Lead relationship building with journalists and media outlets.
• Coordinate media interviews and ensure consistent messaging.
• Support delivery of external campaigns aligned with goals.

Skills

Media relations

Content creation

Crisis communications

Interpersonal skills

Deadline management

Job description

External Relations Officer

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a dynamic educational provider on a fantastic External Relations Officer role. This position offers the opportunity to shape and enhance the organisation’s external communications, strengthening its reputation through engaging storytelling and strategic media relations.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will develop and execute external communication strategies, create compelling content, and nurture positive relationships with media and stakeholders. They will support the organisation’s efforts to promote its values, achievements, and vision to diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engaging external communications, including news releases, social media content, and media stories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to produce content that highlights achievements and opportunities within the organisation’s community.
• Lead in building and maintaining relationships with sector and local journalists, broadcasters, and digital media outlets.
• Coordinate media interviews, briefings, and press enquiries, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Support the delivery of external campaigns and public relations activities aligned with organisational goals.
• Manage crisis communications and ensure timely, effective responses to media inquiries.
• Assist senior leaders by preparing briefing notes and background information for public affairs and media engagements.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety protocols in all communications activities.

Person Specification

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a press office, media relations, or external communications role.
• Proven ability to produce impactful, audience-focused stories for multiple channels.
• Established relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Strong judgement and awareness of reputational risk.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to translate complex information into engaging content.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• High levels of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Adaptable, proactive, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to work across multiple college campuses and flexibly when required.

What’s on Offer

Salary: £30,500 - £32,500

Type: Permanent. Hybrid with 3 days per-week onsite

Location: Multiple (London)

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email).

Commitment to Diversity

The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.