Senior Press Officer - Contract role

HAYS Marketing is working in partnership with a public sector organisation who are seeking a Senior Press Officer to join its busy communications team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly skilled and proactive professional with strong media relations experience and a passion for public affairs. Key Responsibilities: Operate confidently in a fast-paced press office environment. Develop and deliver effective communications plans and manage related projects. Handle media enquiries and build strong relationships with journalists. Create high-quality written content for press releases, statements, and briefings. Manage digital channels including websites, e-newsletters, and social media platforms. Respond to public enquiries with professionalism and clarity. Collaborate across teams to ensure consistent messaging and issue resolution. What You'll Bring: Proven experience in a press office or media relations role. Background in local government, public sector, or political communications. Exceptional writing skills and editorial judgement. Strong technical competence across digital platforms and content tools. Confident communicator and team player, able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Contract Details: Day rate: Up to £300 (dependent on experience) 8 week contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week with flexible working available - this role is a hybrid role working on-site 2 days a week Start date: Mid-November - so early applications encouraged Interviews will commence w/c 10th November. To express interest in this confidential opportunity, please click apply now with your up-to-date CV. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Desired Skills and Experience Proven experience in a press office or media relations role. Background in local government, public sector, or political communications. Exceptional writing skills and editorial judgement. Strong technical competence across digital platforms and content tools. Confident communicator and team player, able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Ipswich, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/11/2025