Overview

Music wouldn't exist without the work of songwriters, composers and publishers. We're here to represent them and make sure that they are paid for their work. After more than a century in the industry, we continue to innovate as a world-leading organisation.

The Role

To support the delivery of key business priorities across the Policy, Public Affairs and Communications functions. This role will play a central part in monitoring political developments, contributing to external communications, producing insightful research and briefings, and supporting media and stakeholder engagement efforts that protect and promote the interests of PRS for Music and its members.

Responsibilities

As our Policy and Communications Executive, some of your day to day duties will include…

• Draft high-quality briefing materials, correspondence, consultation responses, media quotes, and press statements for internal and external audiences.
• Monitor and analyse relevant political, legislative, and industry developments in the UK, EU and beyond.
• Support policy research and analysis, summarising documents and identifying trends or strategic opportunities.
• Develop and maintain tools such as the policy tracker and the stakeholder register.
• Support public affairs campaigns, stakeholder engagement, and political event coordination.
• Contribute to internal and external communications, including social media, website updates, and newsletters.
• Assist with daily media monitoring, press engagement, and responding to journalist enquiries.
• Support with reporting on campaign impact, press coverage and communications outcomes.

About You

At PRS for Music, we want you to bring the best version of yourself to work. We believe that celebrating individuality promotes a culture of acceptance and openness. Along with being whoever you want to be, in an ideal world you will also have:

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Understanding of the UK political landscape and how government operates.
• Familiarity with supporting the development of traditional and social media content.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident in researching and analysing complex issues and presenting clear insights.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant digital platforms.
• Strong interest in the creative industries.