Media and Communications Officer

Job Description

FSB is seeking a media & communications officer with a passion for politics & business to join our Westminster team. The successful candidate will be proactive in securing media coverage across national and regional media whilst supporting wider digitalcommunications and publication processes.What will you doThis is a busy and pivotal role in a high-profile business organisation, requiring effective proactive and reactive media work. You will be responsible for writing newsworthy content, producing briefings,arranging interviews, and placing articles.Who are we looking for Experience of working in a communications environment or as a journalist. Experience of writing press releases and engaging articles Excellent understanding of communications and social mediachannels. Knowledge of political and current affairs.Job details The role is based in the Westminster office 35 hours per week Monday to Friday 33 paid holidays per year including bank holidaysIn addition to a fulfilling career with FSB, youll also benefitfrom: Annual Flex Pot* to spend on benefits including additional pension, additional holidays, additional critical illness cover, additional life cover, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership Group Personal Pension (GPP) Health cash plan* Criticalillness, income protection and life assurance insurance* Access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders*Applicable on completion of probationary period and subject to termsWho are weEstablished over 45 years ago to help small businessesand the self-employed achieve their ambitions, FSB is a not-for-profit organisation thats run by members, for members.Members get an exclusive package of great value business services including advice, financial products and support. These cover a wide rangeof benefits such as tax, legal and HR, local network groups and business banking.Were also the UKs leading business campaigner, focused on delivering change which supports smaller businesses to grow and succeed. With teams across the UK, we work with governments,elected members and decision-makers to make real change happen.Additional information All applicants must be able to provide at interview stage their highest education certificates as listed on their CV and verification of their eligibility to work in theUK.As an equal opportunities employer, FSB is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity,religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees can bring their whole selfto work. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply and join FSB. Candidates with a disability who require reasonable adjustments should contact the HR department by an email.Applicants are advised to apply early.We reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received. If you are successful and short listed for interview you will be contacted by email.