The Conservative Party is currently seeking to appoint a Political Press Officer to help promote and safeguard the Party’s reputation by communicating a clear, consistent Conservative message.
This role plays a key part in supporting the Party's responsibilities as His Majesty’s Official Opposition, helping the Party and its representatives to develop, generate and deliver communications to a wide range of media audiences. Working at the heart of a fast-paced and ever-evolving political environment, the successful candidate will deliver high-quality work whilst managing tight deadlines, competing priorities and significant external scrutiny.
No two days are the same in this role. Politics does not operate on a typical 9-to-5 schedule, and this position requires a flexible and responsive approach to meet the demands of the news cycle, breaking developments and media opportunities as they arise. In return, it offers a unique opportunity to work at the centre of national political debate, helping to shape and communicate the Party’s message at critical moments.
Your Responsibilies
- Proactively monitor media trends and anticipate issues.
- Develop strong knowledge of the political and media landscape.
- Draft press releases, comment pieces, response quotes, and other content.
- Support LOTO and Shadow Cabinet events and visits.
- Proactively manage communications for Shadow Departments, working with Shadow Secretaries of State and Shadow Ministers.
- Regularly generate proactive story ideas, communications plans, and other interventions.
- Maintain high standards across all media content; contribute to junior team training and development; support wider team initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with the Conservative Research Department, Digital and Campaigns teams.
- Develop strong relationships with broadcast, lobby and regional journalists.
- Liaising with and supporting press officers on wider day-to-day activity.
Skills required
- Creative, with a strong ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to problems and opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- The ability to work long hours, under pressure to tight deadlines.
- A commitment to the Conservative Party and to supporting the programme of Renewal.
Experience of working in a political environment and with the media would be advantageous. However, prior political experience is not essential, provided candidates can demonstrate a sound knowledge of current affairs and strong political awareness.
