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As part of the Communications team, the Senior Media Manager is responsible for leading ShareAction’s media function and delivering high-impact media strategies. This role is key to strengthening our voice as a leading authority on responsible investment and supporting our influencing and campaigning work. You will shape and drive media activity that supports our campaigns, research and policy work, ensuring our messaging reaches and resonates with the right audiences.
Job Responsibility
Leading ShareAction’s media function and delivering high-impact media strategies
Designing and delivering media strategies to support campaigns and organisational priorities
Providing strategic communications advice to colleagues across teams
Building strong relationships with journalists, producers and commentators
Overseeing press office activity, including responding to enquiries and identifying opportunities
Developing high-quality content such as press releases, op-eds and media briefings
Monitoring media coverage and using insights to improve performance
Working closely with policy and campaign teams to amplify impact
Leading and supporting media colleagues, ensuring high standards and effective ways of working
Advising on reputation management and supporting crisis communications when needed
Identifying emerging trends and opportunities to strengthen ShareAction’s media presence
Requirements
Significant experience in a senior press office role or as a journalist
A strong track record of developing and delivering effective media strategies, particularly to campaign or influence change
Experience in reputation and issues management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to translate complex issues into compelling, accessible content
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience leading and developing a team with a collaborative approach
Confidence in building relationships with journalists and key stakeholders
Experience using data and insights to shape strategy and improve outcomes
Nice to have
Knowledge of communications within campaigning or advocacy organisations
Understanding of social, environmental or financial issues
Familiarity with influencing policy or EU-related communications
What we offer
Commitment to flexible working
Hybrid working
Internal promotion and development opportunities
Opportunity to help make a difference
Unionised work environment
Regular in-person meetings
8% non-contributory pension
Healthcareplan
Employee assistance programme
Death in Service cover of 3x salary
25 days’ annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure at the end of the year