Media Relations Manager

Job Scope

The purpose of this role is to promote, strengthen and protect the reputation of the Royal Society by delivering clear and consistent messages about our work to target audiences in engaging ways across print, broadcast and new media. The Media Relations Manager works to raise the profile of the Society by proactively identifying and pitching stories to journalists, responding to media enquiries and by generating compelling content for our owned channels.

They will work collaboratively with Fellows, a range of colleagues from across the Society, and partners to help shape and promote the full range of the Society's activities. The post holder will manage the Assistant Press Officer, while working collaboratively to support and strengthen the wider Media Relations team. They will also work with the Head of Media Relations to implement effective communications strategies, develop the Society's approach to monitoring and evaluation activities, refine and improve team processes, and to ensure that the team is equipped to respond to any emerging issues.

The Media Relations Manager will have an exceptional news sense, experience working in a busy news environment, and a strong interest in a broad range of science issues.

Reports to: Head of Media Relations

Line manages: Assistant Press Officer

Pay band: E

Salary: £52,700 per annum

Contract type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG plus the option for some hybrid remote working.

Closing date for applications: 8 March 2026, 23:59.

Interviews will be held: 17 and 18 March 2026.