Job description

About the Role

The Conservative Party is looking to appoint a Political Press Officer responsible for enhancing and protecting the Party's reputation by ensuring clear, consistent communication of Conservative messages. This pivotal role supports the Party's duties as His Majesty’s Official Opposition by crafting and delivering communications to diverse media audiences.

Situated in a dynamic and rapidly changing political landscape, the successful candidate will manage simultaneous priorities, strict deadlines, and significant external scrutiny to produce high-caliber outputs.

Job Environment

The nature of politics means no typical working hours; a flexible and adaptive approach is essential to respond promptly to the news cycle, breaking news, and emerging media opportunities. This role offers a remarkable chance to be centrally involved in national political discourse, influencing and conveying the Party’s communications during critical moments.

Key Responsibilities

Actively track media trends and foresee potential issues.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the political and media environment.
Compose press releases, opinion pieces, reactive quotes, and various content formats.
Provide communication support for LOTO and Shadow Cabinet events and visits.
Manage communications proactively for Shadow Departments, collaborating closely with Shadow Secretaries of State and Ministers.
Consistently create story ideas, strategic communication plans, and targeted interventions.
Ensure excellence in all media outputs; assist with junior team training and participate in broader team projects.
Establish strong collaborative links with the Conservative Research Department, Digital, and Campaign teams.
Cultivate excellent relationships with broadcast, lobby, and regional journalists.
Coordinate and assist press officers with daily communications activities.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Innovative thinker capable of devising and executing creative solutions in a fast-paced setting.
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Willingness and capacity to work extended hours under intense pressure and tight deadlines.
Dedication to the Conservative Party and its Renewal program.
While political and media experience is advantageous, it is not mandatory provided candidates show strong political awareness and a solid grasp of current affairs.