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Press and Communications Officer

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Recruiter
Royal Holloway University of London
Posted
24 July 2012
Closes
06 August 2012
Ref
X0712/4092
Location
London
Sector
Hours
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
£26,654 to £31,383 per annum inclusive of London Allowance

Further information

Press and Communications Officer

 

We are looking for a highly-motivated Press and Communications Officer with extensive journalism/copy writing experience.

This role requires drive, enthusiasm and an ability to think of new and creative ways to promote Royal Holloway and identify media opportunities.

We need a self starter with a detailed understanding of all forms of media, good contacts and excellent written and verbal skills who knows how to turn complex research into news stories that appeal to a wider audience.

You will be required to write exciting press releases, briefings and statements as well as handle media enquiries, assist with various PR campaigns, and write editorial copy for our website and publications.

Strong organisational skills, an ability to manage your time effectively and work to tight deadlines, are essential for this role.

Royal Holloway, University of London has a distinguished history of innovation and excellence, a tradition the College proudly continues today. We are internationally renowned for our teaching and pioneering research across the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences.

Undergoing an exciting period of planning for the future, we are seeking to recruit two posts to join our Communications and External Relations team to help us to continue to raise our profile in a highly-competitive market and support our long-term vision.

For further details of these posts, please view and apply online by clicking Apply now. The Recruitment Team can be contacted with queries on: +44 (0)1784 41 4241.

Please quote the reference: X0712/4789.

Closing date: 6th August 2012.

Royal Holloway University of London