National Public Relations Officer

Join our dynamic and friendly Public Relations team, where you’ll play a crucial role enhancing the profile and support for the Royal British Legion through strategic PR and media activity.

We are looking for a talented National Public Relations Officer to become a key part of our press office, reporting directly to the National Public Relations Manager. This exciting role involves developing and implementing a range of PR and media initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and public support for the Royal British Legion. You will collaborate with the PR team to drive the charity’s marketing and communication goals, ensuring our mission resonates widely in the media.

Come and be part of the nation’s leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for identifying and leveraging opportunities to boost the RBL’s public profile. You will work closely with external stakeholders and regional PR staff, ensuring our communications are cohesive and effective across all channels. By anticipating risks and proactively solving problems, you will help maintain the RBL’s positive public image and support its wide range of initiatives.

The Royal British Legion has a packed year ahead with some prestigious VIP campaigns to work on including the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day, our annual Poppy Appeal and leading the nation through Remembrance.

If you like the idea of joining of a fun working environment where no two days are the same, then come and join our press office where you’ll be telling truly inspiring stories supporting the UK’s Armed Forces community.

The RBL is proud of its work and your role will see you be more than an employee – you’ll be a storyteller, an advocate for veterans and a force for a positive change.

Your tasks will include crafting compelling press releases, articles, and speeches, as well as managing media relations and answering enquiries from journalists. You’ll play a vital role in organising events that support our marketing and communications efforts, from securing venues to managing logistics. Additionally, you will work with our digital team to create engaging social media content that highlights the RBL’s work and achievements., Please note we’re not responsible for the content of job ads, as they’re posted by the recruiter. We’ll aim to resolve the reported issue and we’ll use your feedback to improve the quality of our ads.