PR Officer

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency is looking for a skilled communications professional to develop media strategies, manage relations with journalists, and respond to media enquiries. This dynamic role offers editorial involvement with senior leadership, a fast-paced work environment, and a hybrid working setup, ensuring opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working setup

Qualifications

• Experience in media relations or journalism.
• Confident communicator with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and resilient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement proactive media strategies.
• Write and edit press releases, articles, and statements.
• Monitor and evaluate media coverage and produce reports.

Skills

Strong writing skills

News sense

Media relations

Job description

• Leading proactive PR campaigns and crisis communications.
• Managing a wide range of media formats;print, broadcast, online & social media.

About Our Client

The client is a respected organisation with a strong public presence, focused on influencing policy and shaping public opinion through strategic media engagement and communications. It operates in a fast-paced environment, regularly interacting with journalists, stakeholders, and the wider public

Job Description

Develop and implement proactive media strategies to raise public awareness.
Respond swiftly and sensitively to media enquiries and critical news stories.
Write and edit press releases, articles, and statements for various audiences.
Provide strategic communications advice to senior leadership.
Manage relationships with journalists, bloggers, and opinion-formers.
Contribute editorially to the organisation's magazine.
Coordinate with digital and social media teams to ensure consistent messaging.
Support regional teams with media promotion and communications.
Participate in a 24/7 media rota, including weekends and holidays.
Monitor and evaluate media coverage, producing regular reports.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with strong writing skills, a sharp news sense, and experience in media relations or journalism. They'll be proactive, resilient under pressure, and capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering clear, strategic messaging across various platforms.

What's on Offer

Editorial involvement and collaboration with senior leadership.
A fast-paced, varied environment with opportunities for professional development.
Hybrid working setup with two days a week in the office.
Salary range: £40,000 - £42,000 per annum