External Relations Officer

HRUC; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A college group based in London is seeking an experienced professional for an external communications role. This position involves developing engaging content for various channels, supporting events, and cultivating media relationships. Candidates should have qualifications in media, PR, or journalism, along with at least three years of experience in a similar role. The role requires strong writing skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in external relations or a press office role.
• Strong ability to translate complex information into content.
• Experience in building relationships with journalists.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging news and announcements for external communication channels.
• Support delivery of key events to enhance visibility of HRUC's colleges.
• Establish a positive pipeline of news stories and content.

Skills

Media relations

PR skills

Journalism

Content creation

Education

Qualifications in media, PR or journalism

Job description

Overview

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges) is a highly ambitious merged College Group. Based in the diverse London boroughs of Harrow, Hillingdon, and Richmond upon Thames, we have five vibrant, modern campuses supporting its 16,000 learners.

Responsibilities

• Working with stakeholders to develop engaging news and announcements for a range of external communications channels.
• Supporting the delivery of key events that enhance the visibility of HRUC’s colleges and its engagement with external stakeholders.
• Supporting potential enrolment by establishing a positive pipeline of news stories and content by working closely with students, schools, and curriculum staff.
• Helping devise and deliver an external communications plan and any associated campaigns.
• Leading in the development of the HRUC press office.
• Based at either Harrow, Richmond or Uxbridge campus and must be willing and able to travel to other college sites when required.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in media, PR or journalism, complemented by at least 3 years’ experience in external relations or a press office role.
• Good judgement and awareness of reputational risk, and the principles of public relations.
• Ability to write outstanding and impactful stories; to translate complex information and data into content for media releases and social media.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Existing relationships with local and/or sector media, or a proven ability to cultivate positive relationships with journalists.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.