Media Relations Consultant

Position Description:

At CGI we know that trusted communications shape reputation influence markets and strengthen client relationships. As a Media Relations Consultant you will play a key role in delivering impactful external communications that support our business priorities and reinforce our position as a trusted transformation partner. Working across business units and global teams you will help bring our stories to life drive meaningful media engagement and contribute to communications that showcase the value we deliver for clients and communities. Youll have the opportunity to take ownership of high-profile activities collaborate with experienced communications professionals and help shape narratives that support CGIs continued growth and success.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK Best Employer by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector including our Armed Forces and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

In this role you will support the delivery of CGIs external communications strategy through the planning coordination and execution of media relations activity. Working closely with Marketing Business Partners communications specialists business leaders and the global media relations team you will help ensure media engagement is aligned to business priorities campaign objectives and CGIs wider organisational narrative.

You will take ownership of media relations activity from planning through to execution developing compelling content coordinating stakeholder engagement supporting crisis communications and tracking performance. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile communications programmes while working in a collaborative environment that encourages initiative creativity and professional growth.

Key responsibilities:
Develop & Deliver high-quality press releases media statements briefing materials and reactive responses
Coordinate & Execute media relations activity across sectors business units and communications teams
Partner & Collaborate with Marketing Business Partners to identify media opportunities aligned to campaigns and business priorities
Manage & Prioritise media pipelines timelines approvals and deliverables across multiple stakeholders
Support & Protect CGIs reputation through effective crisis communications planning and response coordination
Align & Integrate external communications with internal messaging to ensure consistency across all channels
Engage & Enable spokespeople and senior leaders with messaging support and briefing materials
Track & Report on media performance coverage engagement and campaign effectiveness
Drive Improvement by identifying insights and opportunities to enhance media relations activity
Maintain & Uphold brand consistency messaging standards and responsible use of AI-enabled tools

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

To succeed in this role you will bring strong media relations and communications experience excellent writing capabilities and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment managing competing priorities and producing high-quality content that supports business objectives. Experience in corporate communications public relations or media engagement environments will be highly beneficial.

Essential qualifications:
Strong experience developing media-facing content including press releases statements and briefing materials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience supporting or delivering media relations and PR activities
Proven ability to manage multiple projects deadlines and stakeholder groups simultaneously
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Experience working with marketing communications business or leadership teams
Understanding of media relations best practices PR processes and the media landscape
Strong organisational and coordination skills including experience managing approvals and delivery plans
Ability to analyse media performance data and provide actionable insights
Experience using digital and AI-enabled tools responsibly to support communications activity
Exposure to crisis communications or reputation management activities (desirable)

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Skills:

• Campaign Management
• Communication
• Marketing

What you can expect from us:

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.