Media and PR Officer

The British Academy; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Media & PR Officer to enhance its visibility and media presence. This role involves crafting compelling narratives, managing media relations, and increasing public awareness of the humanities and social sciences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating creativity and strategic thinking to elevate the Academy's profile. With a commitment to diversity and a supportive workplace culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful public discourse and policy influence.

Benefits

34 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Subsidised canteen

Excellent pension scheme

Healthy work/life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in media relations and content creation.
• Strong writing and editing skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Generate engaging news stories and pitch to various media outlets.
• Lead media stories from conception to delivery.

Skills

Media Relations

Content Creation

Storytelling

Social Media Management

Public Policy Understanding

Education

Degree in Communications, Media Studies, or related field

Job description

The British Academy, the UK's national body for the humanities and social sciences, is seeking a Media & PR Officer to join the Communications and Marketing department. The role aims to increase exposure and generate media coverage about the Academy's public events, policy programmes, funded research, and subject advocacy.

The Role

1. Collaborate with colleagues to generate engaging news stories and pitch them to national, regional, broadcast, and higher education media.
2. Plan, write, and edit stories weekly about public events, higher education, public policy, Fellowship, and research findings.
3. Lead media stories from start to finish, including identifying newsworthy stories, creating communication plans, and delivering media coverage and social media content.
4. Build the Academy's profile and increase public awareness of the humanities and social sciences.
5. Respond quickly to media inquiries, using sound judgment to address various topics.
6. Source and coach media spokespeople as needed.
7. Consume daily news, think creatively, and proactively suggest story angles and process improvements.

About The British Academy

The British Academy, established by Royal Charter in 1902, is the UK's national body for the humanities and social sciences. We invest in research, engage the public, and influence policy through a fellowship of around 1,700 academics. Our work spans across five directorates: Communications & Marketing, Development, Policy, Research, and Resources.

Working at the Academy

We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and empathy, emphasizing learning, development, wellbeing, and diversity. We are committed to a healthy work/life balance and continuous growth.

Terms and Conditions

Based at 1011 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1, we offer a competitive benefits package, including a 35-hour workweek, 34 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, a subsidised canteen, and an excellent pension scheme.

How to Apply

We use the Applied recruitment platform, which aims to reduce unconscious bias. Applications should include responses to questions testing role-specific skills, reviewed anonymously by the panel.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates. For questions, contact our HR team.

To apply, follow the link via the Apply button to access the full job description and our values. Applications close at 12:00 noon on 19 May 2025.