Senior Press Officer: Crisis & Policy Media Lead

Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK seeks a Senior Press Officer to lead media strategies and engage with stakeholders. You will manage communications for high-profile announcements and provide strategic advice to senior officials. This role requires outstanding communication skills, a strong understanding of media landscapes, and the ability to work under pressure. The position offers a competitive salary of £41,890, with additional benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme

Tailored career pathways

Flexible working

Childcare Voucher

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Track record of leading impactful media strategies.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and ministers.
• Strong understanding of national and regional news agendas.
• Demonstrated political judgement with knowledge of social media.
• Capacity to manage conflicting deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications for major policy announcements.
• Create engaging content translating complex policies.
• Advise stakeholders on communication strategies.
• Respond to breaking news and manage media crises.
• Build relationships with journalists and stakeholders.

Skills

Creative media development

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent communication skills

Strategic and analytical thinking

Collaborative working

Job description

A government department in the UK seeks a Senior Press Officer to lead media strategies and engage with stakeholders. You will manage communications for high-profile announcements and provide strategic advice to senior officials. This role requires outstanding communication skills, a strong understanding of media landscapes, and the ability to work under pressure. The position offers a competitive salary of £41,890, with additional benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options.