In 2023 SCI launched its manifesto for a science-based economy delivering for society and SCI is now looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Press Officer to lead on its media and social media engagement strategy to promote the 4 main pillars in the Manifesto.
You will lead SCI’s engagement with media outlets – focussing on national papers, trade publications and broadcast – to increase our public profile, promote our work and build support for our campaign to accelerate the creation of a science-led economy,
You will manage SCI’s press office on a day-to-day basis – scanning the media and political landscape to find opportunities for SCI to leverage its unique expertise and perspective as an organisation at the intersection of science and business. Part of the role will include public affairs (20%) where you will also support SCI’s Head of External Affairs with political engagement as required – coordinating and facilitating SCI’s engagement with key politicians and political contacts.
This role is suited to someone with at least 5 years of professional experience in mainstream media and press, with an excellent news sense and a solid contact book of journalist contacts.

Responsibilities:
• Monitor daily the news agenda, seeking out opportunities for SCI to comment on fast-moving events and raise the profile of our policy positions and significant research into the potential of the UK’s science base.
• Develop and pitch news stories and comment pieces, and respond swiftly to journalist requests for comment.
• Develop and build national and trade media contacts, hosting journalists at SCI offices in Belgravia.
• Deliver KPIs for SCI’s media engagement and demonstrate progress in meeting them.
• Support colleagues to develop and draft content related to our policy priorities for our social media channels.