Press & Media Relations Lead (In-House )

Justyne Whyke; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global award-winning tech company in London seeks a Press & Media Relations Lead to enhance media relations and secure coverage. This role involves crafting engaging pitches, acting as a spokesperson, and managing crisis communications. Ideal candidates have a strong background in media relations within IT or B2B sectors. The position offers hybrid working, 25 days of holiday, and a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Inclusive workplace culture

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in media relations within IT or B2B consultancy.
• Experience with national, trade, and broadcast press.
• Background in journalism, PR, or communications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Craft engaging pitches and secure media coverage.
• Lead press activity and respond to news rapidly.
• Act as spokesperson for the organization.
• Build relationships with journalists.
• Monitor media coverage and provide insights.

Skills

Media relations expertise

Strong communication skills

Copywriting and pitching

Networking with press

Crisis communication

Job description

Overview

Press & Media Relations Lead (In-House)

Discipline: PR (B2B). Sectors: B2B, Technology.

Offices in Central London. Hybrid working, plus flexi-time.

£60-£75K - 2 Days a week in the Central London office.

We are seeking an in-house Press & Media Relations Lead for a global award-winning tech company who build bespoke solutions for the public and private sector across a vast range of industries including EU Institutions, healthcare, taxation, education, housing and development, immigration, climate and sustainability, transportation, financial services, energy & utilities, Telco, logistics, retail, manufacturing and much more.

Their aim is to change Europe with responsible digitalisation while all the time adhering to their core values of transparency, security, openness, and community. They essentially digitising societies, with an emphasis on enabling organisations to use innovative technologies that will change the world for good, leaving a legacy where innovation, growth, welfare, sustainability, and political stability go hand in hand.

Also good to know, they were recently voted one of Glassdoor's top 50 places to work in the UK.

About You

• A natural storyteller with a proven track record in media relations, coming from IT or b2b consultancy.
• Strong network across national, trade, and broadcast press.
• First-class communicator, confident in copywriting, pitching, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Resilient, fast-paced, and at your best when the news cycle is moving quickly.
• Journalism, PR, or communications background ideal.

The Role

• Craft punchy, news-led pitches and secure standout coverage across top-tier outlets and industry publications.
• Lead proactive and reactive press activity, spotting stories and responding rapidly to the news agenda.
• Act as a trusted spokesperson, ensuring consistent and positive representation of the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists and editors in tech, business, and public sector media.
• Monitor coverage and sentiment, providing insight and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Support executives with media training, prepping them for interviews, briefings, and public appearances.
• Manage crisis communications with clarity and confidence.

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working: 2 days in a modern London office.
• 25 days holiday.
• Inclusive, collaborative workplace culture with a welcoming and social atmosphere.

To Apply

Please apply online or by sending your CV to [e-mail].