825 Public Relations Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

• Develop and implement public relations strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Organize and manage press conferences, media events, and product launches.
• Monitor media coverage and public opinion, providing reports and analysis.
• Respond to media inquiries and manage interview requests.
• Develop and manage crisis communication plans.
• Create engaging content for various communication channels, including social media, websites, and newsletters.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal communications teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Pitch stories and secure media placements in relevant publications.
• Manage the company's reputation and address any negative publicity.

• Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer, Communications Specialist, or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for storytelling.
• Demonstrable experience in media relations and pitching stories.
• Knowledge of PR principles and techniques.
• Experience with social media management for PR purposes.
• Ability to handle crisis communication effectively.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

I’m working on a brilliant opportunity with an award-winning planning-led SME consultancy, working in a funky Central London office with a close-knit and ambitious team.

THE HEADLINES:

Title: Public Affairs Manager (Associate)

Experience required: 3+ years’ experience

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Central London

Type of Company: Built Environment Multidisciplinary SME

Hybrid Working: Flexible/hybrid available

WHO ARE THEY?

Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy working in the Built Environment.

WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

You’ll need more than 3 years of experience in Public Affairs/Planning Communications in the Built Environment. This role will involve providing strategic advice to clients on engaging with political and strategic stakeholders. The job will revolve around Public Affairs in the Built Environment, engaging with stakeholders on a local and national government level.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

I’m working on a brilliant opportunity with an award-winning planning-led SME consultancy, working in a funky Central London office with a close-knit and ambitious team.

THE HEADLINES:

Title: Public Affairs Manager (Associate)

Experience required: 3+ years’ experience

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Central London

Type of Company: Built Environment Multidisciplinary SME

Hybrid Working: Flexible/hybrid available

WHO ARE THEY?

Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy working in the Built Environment.

WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

You’ll need more than 3 years of experience in Public Affairs/Planning Communications in the Built Environment. This role will involve providing strategic advice to clients on engaging with political and strategic stakeholders. The job will revolve around Public Affairs in the Built Environment, engaging with stakeholders on a local and national government level.

• Develop and execute comprehensive PR and communication strategies.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other public statements.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence across relevant platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, reporting on relevant developments.
• Create engaging content for websites, blogs, and newsletters.
• Organize and coordinate press conferences and media events (virtual or in-person when necessary).
• Respond to media inquiries and manage crisis communications as needed.
• Track and analyze the effectiveness of communication campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal teams to ensure consistent messaging.

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong portfolio of writing samples.
• Demonstrated success in media relations and securing positive coverage.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and platforms.
• Experience with content creation and editing.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships remotely.
• Familiarity with PR analytics and reporting tools is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

Policy and Public Affairs Manager
£44,000 per year
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Permanent contract
Based in London / home and flexible working

Our client empowers people with the skills they need to succeed in life. They are now looking to for a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis.

What youll be doing You will be part of a small policy team, working closely with.

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Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity , the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager.

Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over 2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups.

This brand new, pivotal Senior appointment offers a rare opportunity to lead and build an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape

The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery.

The Role

The Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager will lead and develop a growing policy team, while also playing a central role in shaping and delivering Enginuity's policy and advocacy strategy. They will be responsible for spearheading the work of the newly established National Policy Centre and driving engagement across government, industry, and the education sector. Reporting to the Associate Director Charity Operations & Impact, the Senior Manager will serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team and Board, ensuring Enginuity remains a trusted, evidence-led voice in both national and devolved policy conversations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading a high-performing policy team to produce high-quality, timely policy insights and responses.
• Developing and executing an integrated public affairs strategy to position Enginuity as a go-to expert for engineering and manufacturing skills issues.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Ministers, parliamentarians, senior civil servants, policy makers, and key stakeholders.
• Representing Enginuity at senior-level forums, parliamentary events, and policy roundtables.
• Overseeing the production of policy publications, research reports, and media briefings aligned with the charity's mission.
• Providing strategic advice on policy trends, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders and governance structures.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record in team leadership, along with a strategic mindset, political acumen, and demonstrative experience in influencing policy in a complex stakeholder environment. They will also possess:

• A Bachelor's degree as a minimum, or equivalent qualification
• Substantial experience leading policy and public affairs functions, ideally within or closely aligned to the skills, education, or industrial sectors.
• A deep understanding of government frameworks and policy-making across the UK's four nations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• A passion for creating systemic change and promoting inclusive access to skills and employment.
• Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Why Join Enginuity?

This is an exciting time to join Enginuity as they scale their impact and strengthen their voice on national policy. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Play a central role in shaping Enginuity's policy strategy and direction - an opportunity to design, build and define the agenda and make a lasting mark through your own thinking and leadership.
• Influence key policy agendas shaping the UK's industrial future.
• Lead on cross-sectoral issues that support both business growth and social equity.
• Work in a values-driven environment with a collaborative and ambitious team.
• Make a meaningful contribution to improving access to skills and employment across the country.
• Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace.

Application deadline: 23:59, Wednesday 20th August

Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role.

Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible.

Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement.

Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.

Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity , the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager.

Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over 2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups.

This brand new, pivotal Senior appointment offers a rare opportunity to lead and build an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape

The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery.

The Role

The Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager will lead and develop a growing policy team, while also playing a central role in shaping and delivering Enginuity's policy and advocacy strategy. They will be responsible for spearheading the work of the newly established National Policy Centre and driving engagement across government, industry, and the education sector. Reporting to the Associate Director Charity Operations & Impact, the Senior Manager will serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team and Board, ensuring Enginuity remains a trusted, evidence-led voice in both national and devolved policy conversations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading a high-performing policy team to produce high-quality, timely policy insights and responses.
• Developing and executing an integrated public affairs strategy to position Enginuity as a go-to expert for engineering and manufacturing skills issues.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Ministers, parliamentarians, senior civil servants, policy makers, and key stakeholders.
• Representing Enginuity at senior-level forums, parliamentary events, and policy roundtables.
• Overseeing the production of policy publications, research reports, and media briefings aligned with the charity's mission.
• Providing strategic advice on policy trends, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders and governance structures.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record in team leadership, along with a strategic mindset, political acumen, and demonstrative experience in influencing policy in a complex stakeholder environment. They will also possess:

• A Bachelor's degree as a minimum, or equivalent qualification
• Substantial experience leading policy and public affairs functions, ideally within or closely aligned to the skills, education, or industrial sectors.
• A deep understanding of government frameworks and policy-making across the UK's four nations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• A passion for creating systemic change and promoting inclusive access to skills and employment.
• Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Why Join Enginuity?

This is an exciting time to join Enginuity as they scale their impact and strengthen their voice on national policy. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Play a central role in shaping Enginuity's policy strategy and direction - an opportunity to design, build and define the agenda and make a lasting mark through your own thinking and leadership.
• Influence key policy agendas shaping the UK's industrial future.
• Lead on cross-sectoral issues that support both business growth and social equity.
• Work in a values-driven environment with a collaborative and ambitious team.
• Make a meaningful contribution to improving access to skills and employment across the country.
• Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace.

Application deadline: 23:59, Monday 25th August

Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role.

Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible.

Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement.

Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.

Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity , the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager.

Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over 2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups.

This brand new, pivotal Senior appointment offers a rare opportunity to lead and build an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape

The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery.

The Role

The Senior Policy & Public Affairs Manager will lead and develop a growing policy team, while also playing a central role in shaping and delivering Enginuity's policy and advocacy strategy. They will be responsible for spearheading the work of the newly established National Policy Centre and driving engagement across government, industry, and the education sector. Reporting to the Associate Director Charity Operations & Impact, the Senior Manager will serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team and Board, ensuring Enginuity remains a trusted, evidence-led voice in both national and devolved policy conversations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading a high-performing policy team to produce high-quality, timely policy insights and responses.
• Developing and executing an integrated public affairs strategy to position Enginuity as a go-to expert for engineering and manufacturing skills issues.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Ministers, parliamentarians, senior civil servants, policy makers, and key stakeholders.
• Representing Enginuity at senior-level forums, parliamentary events, and policy roundtables.
• Overseeing the production of policy publications, research reports, and media briefings aligned with the charity's mission.
• Providing strategic advice on policy trends, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders and governance structures.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record in team leadership, along with a strategic mindset, political acumen, and demonstrative experience in influencing policy in a complex stakeholder environment. They will also possess:

• A Bachelor's degree as a minimum, or equivalent qualification
• Substantial experience leading policy and public affairs functions, ideally within or closely aligned to the skills, education, or industrial sectors.
• A deep understanding of government frameworks and policy-making across the UK's four nations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• A passion for creating systemic change and promoting inclusive access to skills and employment.
• Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Why Join Enginuity?

This is an exciting time to join Enginuity as they scale their impact and strengthen their voice on national policy. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Play a central role in shaping Enginuity's policy strategy and direction - an opportunity to design, build and define the agenda and make a lasting mark through your own thinking and leadership.
• Influence key policy agendas shaping the UK's industrial future.
• Lead on cross-sectoral issues that support both business growth and social equity.
• Work in a values-driven environment with a collaborative and ambitious team.
• Make a meaningful contribution to improving access to skills and employment across the country.
• Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace.

Application deadline: 23:59, Monday 25th August

Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role.

Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible.

Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement.

Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.