Hybrid working – Central London / Home Working
Basic salary £60,000 - £75,000 plus excellent benefits package
Permanent, Full Time
Our client a highly respected not-for-profit trade association within the financial services sector is seeking a Media & Campaigns Manager to join their External Affairs function and lead media relations and communications campaigns that raise the profile of both the organisation and its members.
The Role of Media & Campaigns Manager
Reporting to the Head of External Affairs, the Media & Campaigns Manager will lead media engagement and integrated communications campaigns, helping to promote the organisation's strategic priorities and enhance the visibility of the sector it represents.
- Lead day-to-day media relations activity, including responding to media enquiries and managing relationships with journalists
- Develop and deliver integrated communications and campaigns that support organisational objectives
- Draft compelling media materials, press releases, briefings, articles and digital content
- Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, members and external stakeholders to identify communications opportunities
- Manage and coordinate communications activity across media, digital, policy and events channels
- Support social media activity and digital communications, monitoring performance and engagement
- Provide communications advice and support to senior stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to raise the profile of the organisation and its members through proactive media engagement
- Monitor media coverage, sector developments and emerging issues to inform communications planning
- Contribute to wider external affairs and organisational objectives as required
Person Specification
- Significant experience within a media relations, communications, press office or campaigns role
- Experience managing media enquiries, pitching stories and securing media coverage
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise and engaging content for a variety of audiences
- Strong understanding of communications planning and campaign delivery
- Experience developing digital content and supporting social media channels
- Knowledge of social media performance monitoring and analytics
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Sound judgement and the ability to handle sensitive issues professionally
- Experience within financial services, a regulated environment, trade association or membership organisation would be advantageous
- Professional communications qualifications (such as CIPR) would be beneficial but are not essential
Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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Media and Campaigns Manager in London employer: Membership Bespoke
Membership Bespoke is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on governance within a senior leadership environment, employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages innovation and collaboration. Located in London, the company provides unique opportunities to engage with influential stakeholders while shaping high-quality governance practices.
