Senior Press Officer - Contract role
JOB_53524054737715Job type
TemporaryLocation
IpswichWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
CommunicationsIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
Up to £300 per day PAYE/UMBRELLA
SENIOR PRESS OFFICER – MEDIA RELATIONS – CONTRACT ROLE – IPSWICH - PUBLIC SECTOR
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.
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
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Senior Press Officer - Contract roleJOB_535240547377152025-10-242026-01-22
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