* Job Title: Media relations partner
* Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months
* Salary: £35,641.63 (£39,226.75 if achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role)
* Working Hours: Full Time – 35 Hours
* Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
* Location: Liverpool / Hybrid
If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.
The difference you will make as a Media relations partner
You will be joining a high-performing and politically engaged external affairs and policy team that sits at the centre of the organisation in the Strategy & Corporate Services Directorate. The role will play a crucial part in managing and promoting the organisation’s reputation at a vital and exciting time for the sector. You will be instrumental in creating compelling communication campaigns and enhancing our reputation, placing Riverside as one of the strongest and most respected voices in the sector. You will support the delivery of the organisation’s external affairs plan and enhance the reputation of Riverside with its customers and stakeholders, by co-ordinating its relationship with local, regional, sector and national media. You’ll have the freedom and backing of your team to make this role your own and the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the social housing and homelessness sectors.
About you
* Experience in any or a combination of public relations, external/public affairs or journalism.
* Experience working with or within the media.
* Experience working with social media platforms.
* Comfortable and confident working with senior leaders.
Why Riverside?
We’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
* Competitive pay & generous pension
* 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
* Flexible working options available
* Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
* A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.
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