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Are you a dog lover who has a knack for telling a great story?
We’re on the hunt for a PR Officer, who will play a key role in connecting the public with our work through compelling media coverage.
What does this role do?
As PR Officer, you’ll:
- play a key role in the running of our busy press office, responding to requests from journalists swiftly and effectively, underpinned by a strong understanding of PR and reputational risk,
- generate pro-active media coverage for specific campaigns, writing news stories that effectively convey our key messages to journalists and the wider public,
- collaborate with centre-based Media Coordinators and Centre Managers to share positive stories about dogs in their centre, helping spread the word about the amazing work we do,
- work closely with the Public Affairs team on their campaigns, providing PR expertise and support to exciting campaigns such as to end greyhound racing and improve the rights of pet-owning renters.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 24th June 2026 and will take place in person at our London office.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need a good amount of PR experience, with excellent communication skills, specifically the ability to write compelling stories and brief senior stakeholders. You’ll be proactive, creative, and actively seek opportunities to share good-news stories that celebrate our work. You’ll be organised and a strong multi-tasker, as this role will involve working on longer-term projects as well as reactive work. Above all, you’ll be passionate about dogs and the work we do.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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Thank you!
Salary: £41,881 – £45,380
Contract: Fixed term (until March 2027)
Location: London – Hybrid working (Farringdon office 1-2 days/week)
Closing date: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including flexible working
We’re delighted to be supporting a leading national charity to recruit a Senior Press and PR Officer (Policy and Research) on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing external communications team and take the lead on media and PR activity linked to policy, research, and influencing work.
Working in a busy press office environment, you will play a key role in raising awareness of important social issues, developing compelling media stories, and engaging with journalists, policymakers, and senior stakeholders. You will create impactful press materials, respond to breaking news, and act as a trusted advisor to senior colleagues on PR strategy and media engagement.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Proven experience delivering proactive and reactive PR campaigns, including handling crisis communications
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and an interest in policy, media, and influencing work
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce engaging press content
If you would like to discuss this role with us, please contact us and quote the reference 2978AJ.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity roles. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector—you can read more about our commitment to diversity https://www.ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk/our-commitment-to-diversity/.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the role earlier.
