Media Relations Lead

4 weeks ago

Camden Area, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time

Job Opportunity: Media Relations Lead at British Transport Police (BTP)
Are you an experienced media relations professional with a background in policing? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, managing high-profile media relations and crisis communications? If so, we want to hear from you
Position: Media Relations Lead
Location: British Transport Police Headquarters
Contract Type: Initial 12-week contract (with the possibility of extension)
Rate: £550-£600 per day
Vetting Level: Management Vetting (SC Clearance required)
About the Role:
As the Media Relations Lead, you will play a crucial role in supporting BTP's strategic objectives by leading and coordinating all aspects of media relations, both traditional and digital. You will manage the media relations team, oversee day-to-day operations of the media relations desk, and provide expert advice on managing high-profile cases and crisis communications.
Key Responsibilities:

Set and execute strategic direction for media relations across BTP.
Lead the social media policy and digital communications strategy.
Provide expert advice to senior leaders, including the Chief Constable.
Manage media relations campaigns aimed at changing public behavior and perceptions.
Lead and coordinate the media response to critical incidents.
Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.
Essential Experience:

Extensive experience in a press office or newsroom environment.
Proven track record in crisis communications and media handling during major incidents.
Significant experience in leading and mentoring media relations teams.
Strong understanding of media law and legal constraints.
Desirable:

Professional qualifications in Public Relations, Media, or Communications.
Experience with news desk management software.
Established national and regional media contacts.
Application Process:
This recruitment process is being managed by Service Care Solutions on behalf of BTP. Interested candidates must have current Security Clearance (SC). If you meet the criteria, please email your CV and details of your security clearance to Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions.
Contact Information:

Lewis Ashcroft
Service Care Solutions
(url removed)
(phone number removed)
Please ensure that you complete and return the Right to Represent form alongside your application.
Join us in helping to shape the media strategy for one of the country's key policing organisations. We look forward to hearing from you

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