PR & Stories Officer

• Department:
• Communications & Marketing
• Salary:
• £34,027 per annum
• Type:
• Permanent - Full Time
• Hours:
• 36 hours per week
• Location:
• Sydenham
• Closing date:
• 22 April 2026

About Us 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading hospice and help tell stories that truly matter.

At St Christopher’s, storytelling is at the heart of how we raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and inspire support. Through powerful media engagement and real-life experiences, we shine a light on hospice care and the people at the centre of it.

Your New Role 

As PR and Stories Officer, you will play a key role in delivering impactful media coverage and compelling storytelling.

Working closely with the PR and Stories Manager, you will help drive forward our media activity—securing high-quality coverage across broadcast, print and online channels at both local and national levels.

You will identify, develop and share powerful stories from patients, families, supporters and colleagues, ensuring they are handled with sensitivity and care. You will also write press materials, respond to media enquiries and proactively pitch stories to journalists.

In addition, you will support the development of our celebrity ambassador and influencer programme, manage media activity at events, and contribute to integrated campaigns across the organisation.

About You 

We are looking for a talented storyteller and media professional with a passion for meaningful communications.

You will have:

• Experience securing media coverage across print, broadcast and online channels
• Strong copywriting skills, with the ability to produce a range of PR materials
• Experience developing and delivering PR campaigns
• The ability to identify and shape compelling, newsworthy stories
• Strong relationship-building skills with journalists and stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

You will also be empathetic and confident—able to work with people in sensitive situations and support them through media engagement with professionalism and care.

What You Will Get in Return 

You will be part of a creative and ambitious team where your work will help shape public understanding and drive meaningful change.

We offer:

• A supportive and dynamic working environment
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Health and wellbeing support
• A competitive benefits package

What You Need to Do Now 

If you are passionate about PR, storytelling and making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply 

• Please review the Job Description and Person Specification
• Clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria
• Click the ‘Apply Online’ button

Applications close: Wednesday 22 April

Interview date: Tuesday 5th May

For any queries, please contact our recruitment line on 0208 768 4680