It’s a hugely exciting time to join AECOM’s external communications team as we continue to deliver PR programmes on projects from major urban transport schemes to remote rewilding initiatives, gaining national and international media attention.
We’re looking for a Press Officer who will be responsible for promoting and protecting the AECOM brand with media stakeholders and audiences. The post holder will be part of the external communications team, responsible for delivering AECOM’s media relations strategy across Europe and India. The ideal candidate will have an interest in the built environment and sustainability. They will be highly skilled at absorbing information, spotting news angles, extracting knowledge from subject experts and creating must-read stories for a range of audiences. The ability to transform technical material produced by specialists into compelling content is essential.
Job Duties
- Working as part of the Europe and India marketing and communications team
Work across several business lines to support AECOM’s business growth
Respond to press enquiries
Respond to the media during crisis situations and safeguard AECOM’s reputation
Develop relationships with key journalists to ensure AECOM’s perspective is sought actively by media contacts
Draft and distribute press releases and opinion pieces
Produce weekly media coverage reports for key internal stakeholders
Create engaging copy for social media, promoting the profile of AECOM and its leadership team
A proven track record in media relations
A proven track record of rapid responses to media enquiries across complex issues in either a large-scale business, political or third sector environment
Excellent writing and communication skills
Experience of using social media
The ability to digest complex information often under stringent time constraints
Ability to provide fresh communications thinking
Safeguard - To operate ethically and with integrity, while prioritising safety and security in all that you do
Be decisive - Know how to prioritise, advocate focus and accountability
Be impactful - Use clear and frequent communications, drive execution and results.
Be client-focused - Be collaborative, innovative and strategic.
Be the role model - Lead by example, demand excellence, maintain safety and integrity as top priorities.
What We Offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.