Business Communications Specialist

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom CBI (Confederation of British Industry) Full time

**Job Description**

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Communications Specialist to join our team at the CBI (Confederation of British Industry) in London.

As a Business Communications Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering the full spectrum of our media activity across all platforms, including writing press releases, drafting op-eds, and applying your creativity to our social media channels.

The successful candidate will have proven experience or training in media relations, journalism, social media, or public affairs, with a strong understanding of national, regional, trade, and digital/social media.

You will work closely with policy experts across different teams to deliver high-quality content that showcases the CBI's expertise and thought leadership.

The salary for this role is approximately £35,000 per annum, plus a £5,000 on-call allowance.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Writing press releases, articles, statements, social media posts, and CBI materials for publication in the media, on the CBI website, and across social channels
  • Handling day-to-day media enquiries, including arranging TV, radio, and print interviews, and briefing journalists on and off the record on CBI policies and related issues
  • Supporting the remainder of the media team in executing key communication outputs
  • Providing media support to colleagues across policy and economics teams

**Required Skills and Qualifications:**

  • Proven experience or training in media relations, journalism, social media, or public affairs
  • Strong understanding of national, regional, trade, and digital/social media
  • Good organisational and team working skills
  • Excellent creative writing skills
  • Good all-round communicator
  • Sound judgement, strong news sense, and political nous

**Benefits:**

CBI employees on a fixed-term contract are entitled to the same CBI benefits as permanent staff, including expensed flu jabs, core and specialised learning and development opportunities, private medical insurance, and expensed eye tests.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Eutelsat Communications SA Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated Business and Communications specialist to join our Delivery and Transformation team at Eutelsat Group.The successful candidate will play a key role in helping us achieve our strategic goals by enabling efficient and effective implementation of changes, minimizing risks, and ensuring that stakeholders are prepared...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quickline Communications Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Community Outreach Specialist. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to work independently and as part of a team, and possess a valid driving license with a clean driving record. As a Community Outreach Specialist, you...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Miramar Communications Full time

    We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our team on a part-time basis as a Business Growth Specialist. This role will focus on driving company growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities through various channels such as networking, cold calling, social media, and email outreach.Job OverviewMiramar...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quickline Communications Full time

    Job Title: Rural Community Liaison SpecialistAbout the Company:Quickline Communications is a leading provider of internet services in rural areas. We are committed to delivering high-quality services to our customers and building strong relationships within our communities.Key Responsibilities:Building relationships with local residents and community...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Eutelsat Communications SA Full time

    Eutelsat Communications SA is a leading provider of satellite communication services, and we are now seeking a skilled Satellite Communication Specialist to join our team.About the Role:The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining our enterprise data Lakehouse, which involves collecting, managing, and converting raw data into...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Daisy Communications Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Sales Specialist to join our dynamic sales team at Daisy Communications.About the RoleThis exciting opportunity involves selling telecommunications, energy, or merchant services to small and medium-sized businesses in London. As a Business Development Sales Specialist, you...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Smart Communications group Full time

    At Dye & Durham, we're seeking a highly skilled Brand Communications Specialist to join our growing Corporate Communications team in the UK and Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to play a key role in shaping our brand's reputation and driving business outcomes.The successful candidate will work closely with our Director,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quickline Communications Full time

    Quickline Communications: A New Opportunity for Sales ProfessionalsWe are Quickline Communications, a leading provider of internet services in rural areas. We are seeking an experienced Sales and Community Outreach Specialist to join our team.About the Role:This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a sales professional who wants to make a...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Corporate Communications Recruitment Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Communications Specialist to join our team in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional with 7-10 years of client interaction experience and expertise in project coordination, preferably in corporate communications or a corporate publishing agency.Key ResponsibilitiesManage...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Miramar Communications Full time

    New Business OpportunitiesWe are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic professional to join our team on a part-time basis. This role will focus on driving company growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities through various channels such as networking, cold calling, social media, and email outreach.The ideal candidate will have...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quickline Communications Full time

    Job TitleRural Sales ExecutiveAbout the RoleWe believe everyone deserves great internet, wherever they are in Lincolnshire or South Yorkshire.Our mission relies on a team of inspiring people who drive new business development in rural areas across these regions.You will be physically present in rural communities every day, speaking with potential customers,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Eutelsat Communications SA Full time

    Do you have what it takes to lead our gateway operations? Eutelsat Communications SA is seeking a RF and Satellite Communications Specialist to join our team. As a member of our network operations team, you will be responsible for monitoring the GNOC network for alarms and faults, performing fault diagnostics, isolation and recovery (FDIR), and leading...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Law Business Research Limited Full time

    Join Law Business Research Limited in this exciting role as a Marketing Communications Specialist. We are seeking an experienced marketing professional to lead our marketing efforts and drive business growth.Company OverviewLaw Business Research Limited is a leading provider of research and data solutions for the legal industry. Our mission is to provide...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pembroke Communications Full time

    Company OverviewPembroke Communications is a leading Management Consulting firm, providing expert support to clients across various industries. Our team of seasoned professionals offers strategic guidance and operational expertise to drive business growth and improvement.We operate in a diverse range of sectors, including Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Leisure...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Business of Creativity Full time

    Job Description:As a Community Engagement Specialist at The Business of Creativity, you'll be responsible for developing and executing our social media strategy to enhance our brand, promote our courses, and build a strong community. You'll create engaging content, manage social media accounts, and foster a vibrant community.Key Responsibilities:Social Media...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Corporate Communications Recruitment Full time

    Are you a motivated and ambitious individual with excellent academics, a curious and innovative mind? We are seeking a talented Junior Account Manager to join our successful, independent, award-winning strategic corporate content consultancy.The role of Junior Account Manager involves working within one of the client communications teams to manage the...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Law Business Research Limited Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Product Communications Specialist to join our team at Law Business Research Limited in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective product communications strategies that drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.This role will involve working closely with...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Simply Business Full time

    Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will have experience in handling commercial insurance negotiations and delivering results. They will also be self-assured and calm in complex situations, able to use good judgement and make well-informed recommendations and decisions.As one of our Business Growth Specialists, you will guide and support sales, business...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Smart Communications group Full time

    Job OverviewDye & Durham, a leading global provider of Legaltech SaaS for small and medium law firms, offers critical information services and workflows used by clients worldwide to manage processes, information, and regulatory requirements. We prioritize customer excellence and the growth of our employees.The Cross-Functional Communications Specialist will...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom CW Business Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Business Estimator Specialist to join our team at CW Business Solutions.The successful candidate will be responsible for estimating and costing projects, working closely with the Managing Director to ensure effective and efficient production of tenders and project pricing.Key Responsibilities:Managing and...