Job Title: Media relations partner
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months
Salary: £35,641.63 
Working Hours: Full Time – 35 Hours Mon to Fri
Location: Liverpool /London/Manchester Hybrid

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. 

The difference you will make as a Media relations partner

You will be joining a high-performing and politically engaged external affairs and policy team that sits at the centre of the organisation in the Strategy & Corporate Services Directorate. The role will play a crucial part in managing and promoting the organisation’s reputation at a vital and exciting time for the sector. You will be instrumental in creating compelling communication campaigns and enhancing our reputation, placing Riverside as one of the strongest and most respected voices in the sector. You will support the delivery of the organisation’s external affairs plan and enhance the reputation of Riverside with its customers and stakeholders, by co-ordinating its relationship with local, regional, sector and national media.
You’ll have the freedom and backing of your team to make this role your own and the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the social housing and homelessness sectors.

About you
We are looking for someone with
• Experience in any or a combination of the following fields: public relations, external/public affairs or journalism.
• Experience working with or within the media.
• Experience working with social media platforms.

Why Riverside?

We’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. 
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

 Visit Riverside website for full job description and to apply