Media & PR Lead

Harris Hill

  • London
  • £21.97 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
  • Apply easily
Media & PR Lead – £21.97 per hour – London/Hybrid – Temporary (14 Sept–12 Oct)Our charity-sector client is looking for an experienced Media & PR professional to provide interim cover, leading their media engagement and PR function. This short-term role is an exciting opportunity to shape media strategy, build strong journalist relationships, and deliver impactful coverage that raises awareness and supports the charity’s campaigns.The role
You’ll take the lead on all media relations activity, developing proactive and reactive strategies to engage journalists and secure coverage across national, regional, and consumer outlets. From pitching stories and briefing spokespeople to managing case studies and crisis comms, you’ll ensure the organisation’s voice is heard clearly and effectively.Key responsibilities include:Leading proactive media engagement and pitching story ideas to journalistsDeveloping and delivering integrated media campaigns and partnershipsMonitoring the news agenda for opportunities and risks, providing strategic responsesBriefing and training spokespeople, including unpaid carers, for media interviewsBuilding relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers to maximise reachManaging case studies and ensuring consent and support are in placeProviding media coverage and PR support for campaigns, policy work, and corporate partnersOverseeing media monitoring, reporting, and KPI trackingWe’re looking for someone with:Proven experience in media relations, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sectorDemonstrable success in securing national and regional media coverageStrong copywriting, editing, and storytelling skillsA good understanding of the UK media landscape and how to pitch effectivelyThe ability to work under pressure, prioritise, and deliver at paceExperience of delivering creative and engaging social media content related to media workFlexibility to travel and occasionally work outside normal office hoursContract: Temporary, 14 Sept–12 Oct
Rate: £21.97 per hour + holiday pay
Location: London/Hybrid
Start date: 14 September 2025If you’re a skilled media professional with strong journalist contacts and a passion for raising awareness of important social issues, we’d love to hear from you.

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