Media Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy is seeking a media relations expert to secure high-level publications and build influential media relationships. This remote role offers autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact in a growing firm. Ideal candidates will have a strong media network and a proven track record in journalism, particularly in tier-1 platforms.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in journalism, ideally in tier-1 media platform.
• Proven track record in placing publications and pitching.

Responsibilities

• Securing high-level publications in leading media for clients.
• Building media relationships and producing written content.
• Briefing journalists and providing media intelligence.

Skills

Media Relationship Building

Communication

Public Affairs Knowledge

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Key Elements Group is a strategic consultancy trusted by public and private sector clients globally to provide tailored, high-level advice that delivers results.

We are a small firm with big ambitions. We continue to grow year on year and growth brings opportunities for employees. We push back on boring corporate culture and like to have fun. We’re a meritocracy and your efforts will be rewarded. You will be provided with autonomy and responsibility (whilst being fully supported) from day one and have the opportunity to make a sizable impact.

If you are experienced in media relationship building and want to develop serious advocacy campaigns, then this job is for you.

No recruitment agencies, please.

To be considered for this role, the candidate must have a proven recent track record of placing media articles in leading UK and U.S. media outlets, as well as strong connections in media circles.

Core Responsibilities

• Securing high-level publications in leading media for our clients
• Building media relationships
• Producing written content for clients (media articles)
• Briefing journalists on behalf of clients
• Relationship building with key influencers, media personalities, and journalists
• Providing clients with political/media intelligence and insight, highlighting any implications for the client's business

Required skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field: political science, economics, law, international relations, journalism, etc. Master’s Degree is a plus
• Previous proven experience in journalism (2-3 years), ideally in tier-1 media platforms
• Recent track record in pitching and placing publications (including op-eds)
• Well networked in media (ideally, U.S. or UK), as well as policy circles
• Ideally understanding of the following fields: financial services; geopolitics; data/tech/AI
• Makes things happen, is proactive and action-oriented
• Communicates complex ideas with clarity
• Public Affairs knowledge and/or experience
• When faced with an obstacle, thinks creatively of potential solutions/options
• Can form clear opinions and recommendations
• Enjoys a diversity of work

Location

Remote: We are looking for someone with experience working in U.S. media

• Competitive compensation (based on experience)