PR & Press Office Manager

Skills
Media RelationsPress KitsPress OfficePress ReleasesPublic Relations
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Experience in media relations and managing press office functions
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building and maintaining media relationships
  • Proven ability to develop and implement PR and media strategies
  • Capability to lead and motivate a team, providing support and guidance
  • Organizational skills for managing external affairs calendar and coordinating with internal teams
  • Proficiency in creating engaging press materials and social media content

Nice to have

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Creative thinking
  • Ability to work under pressure

Day to day

  • Drive forward the HC-One media relations agenda to promote their interests and advance their reputation
  • Support the Head of External Affairs in delivering proactive and reactive PR and media strategy
  • Manage HC-One’s Press Office function and activity, overseeing media engagement and relationships
  • Develop messaging on key business and sector issues relevant to HC-One's operations across England, Scotland, and Wales
  • Lead creation of press releases, media kits, and PR materials to communicate key messages effectively
  • Line manage 2 FTEs, supporting their development and coordinating with the Head of External Affairs

Hiring process

  • Submit CV via the Ellwood Atfield portal by 17:00 on 8th July
  • Virtual first stage interviews with a written assessment for successful candidates
  • Final stage interviews in person