Media Relations & Communications Officer

Media Relations and Communications Officer (full-time, permanent, but open to 0.8FTE)

FTE £33,500 per annum plus benefits

Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. Our Communications and Marketing team is working hard to promote the benefits of disability inclusion to businesses, employers and public policy makers through our research, resources, thought leadership and events.

If you want to help improve the life experiences of disabled people, have proven media relations experience, can write for a variety of audiences and have an understanding of the UK public policy landscape, come and join our busy and friendly team as Media Relations and Communications Officer.

We are looking for someone who already loves working in media relations, but who can also support broader communications activity. If you have a can-do attitude, the tenacity to pursue media coverage, and great attention to detail, we d love to hear from you.

The majority of this role will focus on developing and delivering proactive and reactive print, online, broadcast and podcast media relations activity to promote the benefits of disability inclusion, our public policy positions, our membership and our services. You would also support broader communications activity through planning and writing content for multiple platforms.

You will have:

• Significant experience of media relations with a proven track record at officer level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience turning complex policy issues and research into compelling press releases, articles, and other content.
• Experience selling in stories to journalists with the motivation to keep going and follow up.
• Experience writing content for a range of audiences and channels.

This is a full-time permanent role but 0.8 FTE will be considered (Monday and Friday required). The role is based in our Communications and Marketing Team (6 people) and will report to our Media Relations Lead.

We offer opportunities for flexible working, including variable start and finish times, hybrid or remote working. Most staff work an average of two days a week in our office in central London (EC4)

How to apply

Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House 14-16 Dowgate Hill House, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to .org .uk

• Closing date for applications: Sunday, 9 February 2025.
• First interviews are planned for the 18 & 20 February 2025.
• Second interviews are likely to take place 25 February 2025.

Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.

If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at the address above or by telephone on -3020.

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Equal opportunities

We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria will be offered an interview.