External Affairs Manager (Maternity Cover) – Media Outreach

Sheffield City Council; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Sheffield is seeking an experienced External Affairs Manager for maternity cover until November 2026. The ideal candidate will lead a busy media team, proficiently manage media relations, and effectively navigate crises. You will strategize media efforts, work flexibly, and promote diversity and inclusion within the department. This is an exciting opportunity to tell the stories of the community, supported by a progressive and award-winning team. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working in a press office, media team, or newsroom.
• Comfortable advising senior officials and elected Members.
• Calm under pressure with strong news judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the media team and manage strategic media work.
• Advise on proactive press releases and content creation.
• Manage the media forward planner and news agenda.

Skills

Expert in media relations

Strong communication skills

Crisis management

Leadership experience

Social media proficiency

Job description

A local government authority in Sheffield is seeking an experienced External Affairs Manager for maternity cover until November 2026. The ideal candidate will lead a busy media team, proficiently manage media relations, and effectively navigate crises. You will strategize media efforts, work flexibly, and promote diversity and inclusion within the department. This is an exciting opportunity to tell the stories of the community, supported by a progressive and award-winning team. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.