Senior Press and Media Officer

Great British Energy Group; Aberdeen City; Vor Ort; GBP 46.000 - 53.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance 4x salary

Income protection

38 days annual leave

Flexible working

Professional development

Inclusive working environment

Zusammenfassung

Great British Energy Group is seeking a Senior Media and Press Officer in Aberdeen to lead high-profile media moments and develop integrated media strategies across channels. You will advise senior officials, respond quickly to breaking news, and build strong relationships with journalists while collaborating with digital teams to maximise reach.

The role requires a proven track record in proactive media, excellent writing and speaking skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities under

Qualifikationen

• Essential: track record of leading proactive media moments; great written and verbal communication; strong UK media landscape judgement; experience advising senior stakeholders; able to influence senior stakeholders; ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure; data/insights to inform strategies; proactive team player.
• Desirable: experience in journalism, media or press office; understanding of digital channels and social media strategy.

Aufgaben

• Lead on major proactive policy announcements and high-profile media moments.
• Develop and deliver integrated media strategies across print, broadcast, digital, internal and social channels.
• Provide expert communications advice to senior officials and stakeholders.
• Respond swiftly to breaking news including rebuttal of inaccurate stories.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Collaborate with digital teams to maximise reach and engagement through modern channels.
• Monitor and evaluate media coverage and campaign effectiveness, using insights to inform future strategies.

Kenntnisse

Proactive media moments

Written communication

Verbal communication

UK media landscape

Stakeholder advisory

Working under pressure

Data and insights

Team player

Journalism/press experience

Audience targeting

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Senior Media and Press Officer

Location: Aberdeen

Reporting to: Head of Communications

Number of Roles Available: 1

Salary: £46,000 - £53,000 per annum

Company Overview:

Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK's Clean Energy Future.

At GBE, we're not just building an energy company - we're shaping the future of the UK's energy landscape.

Our mission is clear:

• Drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor, and owner of renewable projects
• Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies, and increases public ownership
• We focus on innovation, sustainability, and impact, working on projects that matter - from large-scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives.

Joining GBE means

• Purpose-driven work Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition
• Career growth Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment
• Collaboration and flexibility Work with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment

If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

About the Role:

Great British Energy is looking for a Senior Media and Press Officer to join the Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on major proactive policy announcements and high-profile media moments.
• Develop and deliver integrated media strategies across print, broadcast, digital, internal and social channels.
• Provide expert communications advice to senior officials and stakeholders.
• Respond swiftly to breaking news including rebuttal of inaccurate stories.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Collaborate with digital teams to maximise reach and engagement through modern channels.
• Monitor and evaluate media coverage and campaign effectiveness, using insights to inform future strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• A track record of developing and leading creative, innovative, and compelling proactive media moments, targeting a range of different audiences, and often landing complex information.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, able to translate complex information clearly.
• Strong news and political judgement with excellent understanding of the UK media landscape.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders with confidence including verbal and written briefings.
• Able to gain the trust of, negotiate with and influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and deliver at pace.
• Experience using data and insights to inform strategies and measure impact.
• A proactive team player with sound problem solving abilities, with the ability to work closely with partners to deliver outcomes.

Desirable:

• Experience in journalism, media or press office environment.
• Understanding of digital channels and content formats, including social media strategy.

Personal Qualities:

• Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively
• Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
• Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
• Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
• Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Excellent pension scheme
• 4x salary life assurance
• Group income protection
• 38 days annual leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive, inclusive working environment

Application Close Date: Saturday 31st October 2026