Responsibilities

• managing media enquiries and drafting press materials, briefings and statements
• monitoring media coverage and identifying emerging risks and opportunities
• building relationships with journalists and promoting UKCP and its members
• supporting external communications on sensitive or regulatory issues
• contributing to campaign development, messaging and public positioning
• supporting stakeholder engagement, including parliamentary activity and events
• providing guidance to colleagues on tone, messaging and reputational considerations

Requirements

• experience in media relations, public affairs or communications
• strong understanding of the UK political and media landscape
• experience supporting communications on reputational or complex issues
• strong relationship-building skills with media and stakeholders
• the ability to identify emerging issues and respond effectively in fast-moving situations
• good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• an understanding of how communications support influencing and public engagement
• a collaborative, flexible approach to working across teams

Preferred

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• extra leave during our December office closure
• generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution and salary sacrifice option
• occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity leave
• flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements
• ongoing learning and development opportunities
• employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling and mental health support
• flu vaccination and eyecare vouchers
• interest-free season ticket loans
• cycle to work scheme