Cma1990 - Senior Media Relations Officer - London, United Kingdom - Competition & Markets Authority

Competition & Markets Authority

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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- £42,924 - £46,697

A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade:
Senior Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
Strategy, Communications and Advocacy
Type of role:
Communications / Marketing
Press Relations
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, ManchesterAbout the job

Job summary:

Are you interested in shaping national news agendas? Working on high profile cases that make a difference to people and that journalists want to write about? How about taking on our increasing portfolio across tech and major mergers?

We're looking for a talented and capable senior press officer who already has good experience under their belt to join the CMA's ambitious media relations team.

You will be joining at a busy and exciting time as the CMA's public profile and role continues to expand.

With the CMA taking on responsibility for regulating digital markets, and increased responsibility for large mergers post-Brexit, a strong interest, a good intellect, and a desire to get up to speed quickly in these technical and complex areas is essential.

About the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)
We help people, businesses, and the UK economy by promoting competitive markets and tackling unfair behaviour. Our work is wide ranging, ambitious and often new and challenging.

The role

The Senior Media Relations Officer will take responsibility for leading and delivering CMA communications work to a high standard - whether that's rebutting a critical story from a national paper, finding the perfect place to land an op-ed or planning for and delivering major announcements.

Given the varied nature of our work, the person who takes on this role will be used to dealing with media contacts at all levels and be confident in setting up and supporting on interviews - from competition wires to the BBC.

The role will involve working with colleagues in the Strategy, Communications and Advocacy Directorate to ensure our communications are integrated, professional and deliver the messages we want them to.

The post holder will provide assured and effective media handling advice to colleagues across the CMA, including the CEO and Chair, on a range of high profile and exciting projects.

They will take responsibility for ensuring our media relations activity is impactful and helps to deliver key communications' objectives.

What you will need

Significant experience of working in a busy press office. (Lead criteria)
Experience of working on techrelated projects, and/or having a strong interest in the sector, with a desire to learn more and get up to speed quickly. (Lead criteria)
Proven experience of managing national, regional and trade media in proactive, reactive and crisis situations, spotting reputational difficulties and ensuring the organisation is adequately prepared to respond to them. (Lead criteria)
Proven experience of writing accurate, engaging press products with clear and concise messaging, and tailoring this to suit different audiences.
Demonstrable experience of writing and delivering effective communication plans that raise the profile of an organisation and its work.
Evidence of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and persuading other (often more senior) colleagues on communications issues.
Ability to work independently and at pace, effectively managing work priorities to meet specified deadlines, even during busy periods.

What we can offer you

We recognise the value of work-life balance, offering hybrid working arrangements and flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, and job share arrangements.

You will be equipped with excellent technology tools and services that facilitate collaboration regardless of your location. Our modern, professional workplaces across the UK provide an exceptional working environment.

Furthermore, we proactively promote mental and physical well-being through a diverse range of well-being initiatives, including an employee assistance programme and a supportive network of mental health first aiders.

The CMA is a hugely rewarding, diverse and stimulating place to work - an opportunity to work for the public good and to stretch and develop yourself in doing so.

All CMA staff enjoy generous benefits, including an excellent pension scheme, at least 25 days leave (increasing to 30 over five years), and generous maternity/paternity leave provision.

You can also take advantage of interest-free season ticket loans and a cycle to work scheme.

To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the CMA, please click on the APPLY button.

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