Press Officer (public sector)

TEMP PRESS OFFICER - START ASAP

London (E16) Hybrid (2 days in office) Until Aug 2026 (possible extension) £28.42-£31.36 PAYE £37-£40.83 Ltd/Umbrella

Ready to jump into one of the busiest press offices in the country? We're looking for an experienced Public Sector Press Officer who can hit the ground running and thrive in a high-volume, high-pressure media environment.

The Role

Join a large dynamic team - this role sits on the Economic Desk. You'll be handling a fast-paced mix of proactive and reactive comms, including:

Drafting press releases, reactive lines, quotes, briefings, magazine content & occasional social content Managing daily announcements (housing, transport, environment & more) Handling high-volume media enquiries Organising media visits & supporting events Attending occasional out-of-hours events or photo ops Supporting a desk known for its pace, intensity and constant media attention

What We're Looking For

You MUST bring strong Public Sector or Government Press Office experience. We need someone who can step straight in with minimal training.

Proven experience in a busy press office Confident dealing with London & national media Strong, accurate writing under pressure Able to respond swiftly to media enquiries Experience with non-traditional media (podcasts, creators) - desirable Trustworthy, proactive and able to work independently

Why This Role?

You'll be joining a high-profile London authority press office where no two days are the same. If you love fast-paced comms and diving right into big stories, this is your moment.