Press Officer

Background Our Central Government client has a 3 month requirment for a Press (Information) officer, based in London. The communications team supports Ministers and the Department to deliver its objectives. You will be a key member of the press office. Working to a Chief and Senior Press Officer, you will play an active role in developing and delivering creative and novel communications packages. DUE TO THE URGENT NATURE OF THIS ROLE PREFERRENCE IS CURRENTLY GIVEN TO CANDIDATES HOLDING CTC OR SC CLEARANCE Main Duties/ Responsibilities You must be an experienced communications professional, that ideally would include working in government communications. In addition you should: * Have excellent written and oral communication skills * Be able to work under pressure for sustained periods - while also maintaining sound judgement. * Give clear and trusted advice to Ministers and officials * Have awareness of Ministerial priorities, departmental business objectives and the broader political/Governmental context. * Be confident and authoritative when speaking to the media on behalf of the Department * Have good relationship management skills and be able to maintain key links with relevant policy and delivery people across BIS * Be able to work with other government organisations and No.10 to co-ordinate presentation and policy. * Be aware of the rapidly changing nature of communications - and how to put that to good use. Capita Resourcing welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation. Capita Resourcing is a trading name of Capita Resourcing Ltd. Services offered are those of an Employment Agency and Employment Business. Applicants will be required to register with us.