Media Relations Manager (12-month FTC), Media Relations UK
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16 hours ago
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Job Summary
**This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract**
Amazon is seeking an experienced communications professional with a strong track record in media relations and issues management to support our business in the UK. We are looking for a self-motivated Media Relations Manager who can thrive in a fast-paced news environment.
The successful candidate will work within Amazon UK Corporate Communications and be an integral member of the team responsible for day-to-day operations of the UK Press Office.
In this pivotal role youll be responsible for managing queries from journalists lead on media relations initiatives and provide ongoing strategic counsel to senior leaders.
This role requires someone who has excellent news sense can confidently advise and build relationships with internal stakeholders navigate complex issues and maintain high-judgment and attention to detail when managing multiple priorities in narrow timeframes.
Key job responsibilities
Manage UK media queries - working across multiple cross-functional business teams to respond to questions from journalists.
Provide strategic counsel advising business leaders and PR colleagues on communications.
Media relations - supporting the business and Corporate Communications team build and maintain relationships with key UK journalists and third parties.
Press Office management supporting day-to-day Press Office projects including media training messaging media training and tracking.
Proactive story-telling ad hoc executional support on Corporate Communications campaigns.
- Experience in professional communications or public relations
- Proven track record of managing complex media queries and issues
- Demonstrated experience managing media contacts and national news desks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced reactive environment
- Experience working with internal stakeholders in a complex organization
- Demonstrated strong ability to provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on issues
- Knowledge of UK media landscape
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Amazon is seeking an experienced communications professional with a strong track record in media relations and issues management to support our business in the UK. We are looking for a self-motivated Media Relations Manager who can thrive in a fast-paced news environment.
The successful candidate will work within Amazon UK Corporate Communications and be an integral member of the team responsible for day-to-day operations of the UK Press Office.
In this pivotal role youll be responsible for managing queries from journalists lead on media relations initiatives and provide ongoing strategic counsel to senior leaders.
This role requires someone who has excellent news sense can confidently advise and build relationships with internal stakeholders navigate complex issues and maintain high-judgment and attention to detail when managing multiple priorities in narrow timeframes.
Key job responsibilities
Manage UK media queries - working across multiple cross-functional business teams to respond to questions from journalists.
Provide strategic counsel advising business leaders and PR colleagues on communications.
Media relations - supporting the business and Corporate Communications team build and maintain relationships with key UK journalists and third parties.
Press Office management supporting day-to-day Press Office projects including media training messaging media training and tracking.
Proactive story-telling ad hoc executional support on Corporate Communications campaigns.
- Experience in professional communications or public relations
- Proven track record of managing complex media queries and issues
- Demonstrated experience managing media contacts and national news desks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced reactive environment
- Experience working with internal stakeholders in a complex organization
- Demonstrated strong ability to provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on issues
- Knowledge of UK media landscape
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Algebra
- MailChimp
- Media Relations
- Social Listening
- Relationship Management
- Customer relationship management
- Medicare
- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
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