Media and Public Affairs Officer
We are seeking a media and public affairs officer to help shape external profile, reputation and influence through impactful communications and stakeholder engagement.
Position: Media and Public Affairs Officer
Salary: £35,224 per annum (pro-rated for part-time)
Location: Hybrid and flexible working with once per month in office
Hours: Full-time (part-time requests considered)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 8 June at 12pm
Interview Dates: Provisionally week commencing 15 June
About The Role
This is a varied and impactful role where you will manage day-to-day media relations, support public affairs activity, and help deliver integrated campaigns that raise awareness of psychotherapy and the work of members.
You will act as a trusted internal adviser on messaging and reputational risk, translating complex or sensitive issues into clear, balanced and engaging communications. Working closely with colleagues across policy and communications, you will contribute to campaign narratives, stakeholder engagement and media strategy.
Key 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 the organisation 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
About You
You will bring experience in media relations, public affairs or communications, along with a strong understanding of the UK political and media landscape.
Skills & Experience
* 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
You will share a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and be motivated by contributing to a purpose-driven organisation that supports mental health and wellbeing.
There will be scope for professional development and growth whilst working closely within a small team.
About The Organisation
The organisation is a leading professional body representing psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors across a wide range of therapeutic approaches and modalities. Its charitable objectives include promoting the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the benefit of the public, supporting research and education, maintaining high standards of training and practice, and improving access to psychotherapy services for all sections of the public.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Additional leave during December office closure
* Generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
* Occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity leave
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Learning and development opportunities
* Employee assistance programme
* Flu vaccination and eyecare vouchers
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* Cycle to work scheme
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