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Senior Media Relations Executive

Alexander James Recruitment
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 9LT

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Employee Discounts

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  • This media professional role offers an initial 6 to 8 month contract with the potential for permanence.
  • Candidates should have experience in media relations, communications, PR, or journalism, with a focus on storytelling and networking.
  • The position includes a generous salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per year.
  • Benefits include flexible hybrid working, 30 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and health cash plan.
  • The organization is dedicated to enhancing the horticultural industry's profile and supports a meaningful cause.

Why Join?

Are you a media professional looking to make a meaningful impact while working within a supportive, innovative, and inclusive environment? This role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of a thriving, mission-driven organisation in the horticultural world. Initial 6 - 8 month contract, with potential to become permanent.

Generous Benefits Package:

  • Flexible Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days per week working remotely.
  • Generous Holiday Allowance: 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Pension Scheme: Auto-enrolment with 4% employee & 5% employer contributions, with matched contributions up to 10%.
  • Life Assurance: Financial peace of mind for you and your family.
  • Health Cash Plan: Covering everyday healthcare expenses.
  • Employee Discount Scheme: Exclusive offers and savings.
  • Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Schemes: Support for your healthy and eco-friendly commute.
  • Regular Wellbeing and Social Activities: Keeping our team connected and thriving.
  • On-Site Parking: Hassle-free commuting to Chilton/Didcot office.

About the Role

This is your chance to work with a passionate team to enhance the profile of the horticultural industry. You’ll:

  • Craft Compelling Press Releases
  • Secure High-Profile Media Coverage
  • Manage Media Enquiries Proactively and Reactively
  • Collaborate Across Departments to ensure consistent, strategic messaging
  • Develop Expert Briefings and contribute to media planning aligned with key strategic goals.

What We’re Looking For

You have:

  • Experience in media relations, communications, PR, or journalism. Understanding of current affairs and policy work
  • Outstanding storytelling skills with a knack for making complex issues engaging.
  • Strong networking abilities with journalists and stakeholders.
  • A passion for shaping public communications and supporting a meaningful cause.

About the Company

They are a respected organisation representing a broad network of members across a thriving industry. With a well-established gift scheme generating, they advocate for their members and champion their interests at all levels.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.