Senior External Relations Officer

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Job type
Contract
Location
Sheffield
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Communications
Industry
Government & Public Services
Pay
39000

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SENIOR EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS OFFICER - CONTRACT JOB UNTIL END OF MARCH 2026 - 39K PER ANNUM - HYBRID

Your new company

Working for a large public sector organisation in Sheffield.

Your new role

We’re looking for a skilled communicator to lead media relations and stakeholder engagement for our client in Sheffield. You’ll manage press enquiries, build relationships with journalists, and oversee our stakeholder management tool to support insight-led communications. You’ll also play a key role in planning and delivering events.

Key Responsibilities

Lead proactive and reactive media activity, including press office management
Build and manage relationships with journalists and stakeholders
Oversee stakeholder CRM tool and support internal adoption
Coordinate attendance at sector events
Monitor media coverage and communications impact
Contribute to website content and champion inclusive, audience-first messaging

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in media relations and communications campaigns
Excellent writing and storytelling skills
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities
Confident using media monitoring and CRM tools
Event planning experience
Organised, creative, and audience-focused
Commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous improvement

This role has a generous hybrid and flexible working policy.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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