About Forces Employment Charity

For over 140 years, Forces Employment Charity has supported service leavers, veterans, reservists, and their families in building successful civilian careers. The charity provides lifelong employment support, training, and career opportunities, helping members of the Armed Forces community transition into meaningful civilian employment.

The Role

Forces Employment Charity is seeking a Communications Officer to help raise the charity’s profile through proactive media relations and compelling storytelling. Working within the Communications team, you will identify media opportunities, write press releases, pitch stories to journalists, and support integrated communications campaigns across national, regional, trade, and specialist media.

You will also interview veterans, service leavers, military spouses, and employers, transforming their experiences into engaging content for media, the website, social media, stakeholder communications, and funding reports.

Requirements

Essential

• Experience in communications, public relations, media, or journalism.
• Proven success securing media coverage across print, broadcast, and online platforms.
• Excellent writing skills, including press releases, media briefings, and statements.
• Strong understanding of news values and media relations.
• Experience creating engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using media monitoring and evaluation tools.

What They Offer

• Opportunity to join a values-driven charity supporting the Armed Forces community.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter through the Forces Employment Charity recruitment process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.