Media Officer

£40,750- £46,150 pa inclusive of London Weighting (depending on performance/experience)

2 year fixed-term contract

About us

The City of London Corporation is the governing body of the Square Mile dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally-successful UK. This includes supporting the financial and professional services sector across the country, as well as addressing issues that may affect its future competitiveness. The Media Team is responsible for proactively promoting this work and managing reputational risks.

The role

As an ambitious and experienced Media Officer, you will lead on high-profile international issues relating to financial and professional in the Square Mile. This will involve occasional travel and working closely with senior figures across the sector, including the Lord Mayor and Policy Chair. As a key member of the team, you’ll regularly interact with a wide range of national and international media outlets to tell a positive story about our work.

About you

As an exceptional communicator, you will be a team player with experience in a story-selling media environment and be comfortable working across a wide variety of issues. Experience in dealing with media enquiries regarding financial and professional services will be an advantage. An understanding of key issues affecting the City of London is important – and a commitment to excellence and results is essential.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 12 April 2021.

Interviews will take place on 19 and 20 April 2021.

To apply online, please click on the Apply Button

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number TC862.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The City of London is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.