Press and PR Manager

Bletchley Park is a vibrant heritage attraction, open daily to visitors, revealing the secrets and telling fascinating stories of the secret British World War Two codebreaking operations. The mission of the Bletchley Park Trust is to attract, engage and educate people from all over the world in order to inspire them with Bletchley Park’s crucial role in World War Two.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Press and PR Manager to join our team on permanent basis. Reporting to the Director of Public Engagement, you will research and develop engaging ways of promoting Bletchley Park, co-ordinate and manage filming, photography and media events and respond to all types of media enquiries and issues, as well as overseeing the development and production of Bletchley Park’s publications.

You will develop, implement and manage effective campaigns across a wide range of media including broadcast, print and digital and be responsible for generating positive media coverage in support of Bletchley Park’s mission to increase visitor numbers and the ongoing transformation of the site for future generations to enjoy.

Extensive experience of working in a press environment with proven results is required. You will demonstrate excellent communications skills, with the ability to be confident, patient and articulate when communicating at all levels. Exceptional writing and briefing skills are also essential, as is the ability to remain calm under pressure and work to deadlines.

This is a 37.5 hours per week position, with some evening and weekend working. 

Benefits include 33 days annual leave per year (inclusive of statutory holidays), a company pension scheme and healthcare cash-plan.