1,289 Public Relations Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE

Role Title: PR & Media Officer

Role Nature: Volunteer (Unpaid)

Location: Remote

Reports to: Head of Communications

Role Overview 

The PR & Media Officer plays a hands-on role within BCI’s communications team, supporting media outreach, storytelling, and the day-to-day implementation of BCI’s communications strategy. This role is ideal for someone with strong writing skills, a nose for news, and a desire to build meaningful media relationships in the climate and technology sectors. 

You’ll help execute campaigns, pitch stories, research target audiences, and contribute to BCI’s media presence around major events like COP and ISO convenings. 

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of BCI’s media and communications strategy 
   
• Research and maintain a database of media contacts in climate, sustainability, and emerging tech 
   
• Pitch stories and press releases to international outlets and trade publications 
   
• Track trends in climate policy, green tech, and blockchain for timely content development 
   
• Assist with digital content planning across newsletters, web, and social 
   
• Coordinate media outreach around high-level events, including COP and ISO working groups 
   
• Act as a media point of contact when required and draft briefing notes or talking points 
   

Requirements

Required skills

• Prior experience working with media outlets or in a PR function 
   
• Strong writing, editing, and copyediting abilities 
   

• Understanding of media cycles, narrative angles, and story pitching 
   

• Familiarity with social media scheduling tools and basic web publishing 
   

• Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle deadlines 
   

• Existing media relationships in climate or technology a major advantage 

Benefits

What difference will you make?

BCI is an expert-led platform that helps governments, inter-governmental and regional organisations as well as relevant corporations, negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We research, identify and analyse the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by leading stakeholders in the global climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

What you'll gain:

• Experience working on media campaigns tied to global policy events 
   

• Mentorship from senior communications leaders 
   

• Byline or portfolio content in a high-visibility, mission-driven context 
   

• Access to BCI’s international network of experts, partners, and collaborators 
  

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies to support organisational goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with key media contacts across national, regional, and trade publications.
• Proactively pitch stories, press releases, and media opportunities to relevant journalists and outlets.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, media kits, talking points, and other PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries, coordinating interviews and providing timely responses.
• Monitor media coverage, analyse results, and provide regular reports on media performance and sentiment.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans, acting as a key point of contact during sensitive situations.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and executive profiling within the media.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and alignment on PR initiatives.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging media opportunities.
• Manage PR agency relationships and projects when external support is required.
• Organise press conferences, media briefings, and other PR events as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in public relations, with a significant emphasis on media relations.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage in reputable outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Extensive network of media contacts is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic PR campaigns.
• Experience in crisis communications and media management.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape, including digital and traditional channels.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and PR analytics tools is a plus.

• Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to support organizational objectives and brand positioning.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts across national, international, trade, and local press.
• Proactively identify media opportunities and pitch compelling stories to generate positive coverage.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other communication materials.
• Serve as a primary media spokesperson or train and prepare other spokespeople.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze sentiment, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, acting as a key point of contact during sensitive situations.
• Oversee the management of the organization's online newsroom and press resources.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and communication alignment.
• Stay abreast of current media trends, industry developments, and potential reputational risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications, preferably within a large organization or agency.
• Proven track record of securing high-profile media coverage and managing successful media campaigns.
• Excellent media pitching skills and a strong understanding of the media landscape.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with outstanding writing and editing abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Strong media monitoring and analysis skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media professionals.
• Strategic thinking, excellent judgment, and strong decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, balancing office-based and remote responsibilities.

• Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the company's public image and brand visibility.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, bloggers, and influencers across national, regional, and trade media.
• Proactively identify opportunities for positive media coverage through press releases, media pitches, and feature story development.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and effectively, acting as a key spokesperson or coordinating with designated spokespeople.
• Develop and manage crisis communication plans, ensuring swift and appropriate responses to sensitive issues.
• Oversee media monitoring and analysis, providing regular reports on coverage, sentiment, and impact on brand reputation.
• Collaborate with the wider communications and marketing teams to ensure alignment of PR activities with broader corporate objectives.
• Organise press conferences, media briefings, and other media engagement events.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging media platforms to identify new opportunities.
• Manage the PR budget efficiently and effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in public relations, with a significant focus on media relations.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage in top-tier publications.
• Excellent understanding of media relations best practices and current media trends.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting compelling press materials.
• Proven ability to handle crisis communications and manage reputational risks.
• Strong media contacts and established relationships within relevant sectors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools is desirable.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key media contacts across national, regional, and trade publications.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Proactively pitch stories and secure positive media coverage for the organisation's initiatives, achievements, and expert insights.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze trends, reporting on key metrics and insights.
• Manage media inquiries and respond to requests from journalists in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, acting as a key spokesperson when necessary.
• Organise press conferences, media events, and interviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, communications, and leadership, to ensure consistent messaging.
• Advise senior management on media relations best practices and potential reputational risks.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of media contacts and influencers.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and executive profiling.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism, with a focus on corporate or organisational communications.
• Proven track record of successfully securing media coverage in reputable outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of media relations best practices and current media trends.
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in crisis communications and media training is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to secure positive media coverage.
• Write and distribute compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Pitch story ideas and proactively engage with media outlets to secure coverage.
• Monitor media coverage and industry news, reporting on relevant trends and opportunities.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans, responding effectively to media inquiries during sensitive situations.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and provide coaching.
• Assist in the creation of media kits, fact sheets, and backgrounders.
• Track and measure the impact of PR activities and report on key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in media relations or a public relations role.
• Demonstrated success in securing positive media coverage across various platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive narratives.
• Strong understanding of media relations best practices and the current media landscape.
• Proficiency with media monitoring and database tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in crisis communications is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with social media and digital PR strategies.

• Develop and implement strategic media relations plans to support organisational goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers.
• Proactively identify and pitch compelling stories to target media outlets.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, media advisories, and background materials.
• Secure positive media coverage across print, broadcast, and online channels.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries and manage media requests efficiently.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and provide media training as needed.
• Monitor media coverage, track key metrics, and provide regular reports and analysis.
• Develop and implement crisis communication strategies and manage reactive media issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging.
• Stay informed about current events and industry trends relevant to the organisation.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in media relations, preferably within the academic, research, or a related sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing media strategies and securing high-profile coverage.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling and pitching abilities.
• Extensive network of contacts within national and international media.
• Proven experience in crisis communications and media management.
• Strong understanding of media monitoring tools and analytics.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with strong advisory capabilities for senior leadership.

• Develop and execute strategic media relations plans to achieve company objectives and increase brand visibility.
• Proactively identify and cultivate relationships with key journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers across relevant media outlets.
• Write and distribute compelling press releases, media alerts, and pitches to secure positive media coverage.
• Monitor media coverage, track campaign effectiveness, and prepare comprehensive reports on media placement and sentiment.
• Serve as a media spokesperson as needed, responding to media inquiries and coordinating interviews.
• Develop key messaging and talking points for spokespersons.
• Identify and capitalize on earned media opportunities.
• Support crisis communication efforts by providing timely and accurate information to the media.
• Collaborate with internal marketing, social media, and content teams to ensure integrated communication strategies.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and the broader media landscape.
• Assist in the development of media kits and press materials.
• Provide guidance and support to junior PR team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, with a strong emphasis on media relations and outreach.
• Proven track record of securing significant media coverage in national, regional, and trade publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive and engaging content.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and journalistic practices.
• Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with media contacts.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and PR databases (e.g., Cision, Meltwater).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is beneficial.
• A keen understanding of brand storytelling and reputation management.