Regional Media Officer
Quick answer
Cancer Research UK is hiring a senior Regional Media Officer based in London, Stratford for a hybrid role paying £32,000 - £37,000 per annum + pension and 25 days annual leave.
- Role
- Regional Media Officer
- Organization
- Cancer Research UK
- Location
- London, Stratford (High Flex, 1-2 days in the office with occasional travel around the UK)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £32,000 - £37,000 per annum + pension, 25 days annual leave
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
As a Regional Media Officer at Cancer Research UK, you will plan and deliver compelling regional media activity while responding to fast-paced news opportunities.
What you'll do
- Plan and deliver compelling regional media activity.
- Write engaging press releases and media pitches, and support press events.
- Handle media enquiries as part of the news desk rota, briefing spokespeople for interviews.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including journalists.
- Develop clear, audience-focused media plans, messaging, and briefings.
- Turn complex science and health information into powerful, accessible stories.
What it takes
- Writing experience in journalism, media, public relations, health, science, or policy.
- Strong writing and storytelling skills to simplify complex topics.
- Proactive mindset to spot opportunities and solve problems.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities, high-quality tools to support wellbeing.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in London, Stratford (High Flex, 1-2 days in the office with occasional travel around the UK).
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a salary of £32,000 - £37,000 per annum plus pension and 25 days annual leave.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include writing experience in journalism, media, public relations, health, science, or policy; strong writing and storytelling skills to simplify complex topics; proactive mindset to spot opportunities and solve problems; excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities; confidence working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines; and strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
How do I apply?
You can apply online by fully completing the application questions and work history section of the online application form. CVs are required for all applications, but they will not be viewed until you are invited for an interview.
How to apply
Apply directly on Cancer Research UK's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on Cancer Research UK's official posting before applying.