Media Relations Officer

1 week ago


Westminster, United Kingdom ConnecMe2 Full time

**The main purpose of the job**

The primary point of contact for most media enquiries. Their role involves supporting the team in disseminating news and media coverage about UCL via key communications channels. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Media Relations, the Officer will produce external-facing content, as well as various other platforms (e.g. blogs and social media). They will be responsible for issuing expert advisories and responding to expert requests, as well as arranging interviews.

**Duties and responsibilities**
- First point of contact for most external and internal enquiries
- Directly dealing with requests for information (e.g. admissions statistics or permission to film) - including the handling of sensitive and confidential information.
- Writing and proofreading press releases and other written materials for external distribution, such as media responses and statements, supporting the Media Relations Managers and taking responsibility for particular areas/topics.

**Skills**
- Ability To Prioritise Workload And Work To Deadlines
- Able To Work As Part Of A Team
- Excellent organisational and administration skills
- Experience & Understanding Of How The Media Works, Deadlines.
- How To Handle Their Enquiries & Manage Them Effectively.
- Experience in drafting Proactive Media Handling plans and press releases

**Qualifications/Certifications**

Degree level or equivalent e.g. NVQ level 4 &/or relevant experience

**Salary**: Up to £24.29 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person



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