About this role
Job summary
Are you experienced in delivering impactful media coverage and campaigns? Can you build compelling stories that influence public debate and policy?
BPAS is looking for a Media and Campaigns Manager to drive high-impact media coverage and develop integrated campaigns that support political, legal and cultural change in relation to women's reproductive choice. Reporting to the Head of Campaigns and Communications, you will work across Communications, Advocacy, and Research & Innovation to deliver campaigns that maximise impact and influence.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead media activity and campaign delivery within a fast-moving environment. You will identify and develop compelling media stories, manage relationships with journalists and external partners, and support the delivery of high-profile media coverage.
Alongside this, you will develop and co-ordinate campaigns that support BPAS advocacy goals, working collaboratively across teams to deliver integrated campaigning activity.
You will also lead online campaigning and supporter engagement activity, monitor campaign performance through analytics and reporting tools, and help ensure the voices of BPAS staff and patients are reflected within campaign work where appropriate.
This is a permanent full time role working 36 hours per week over Monday to Friday. Working on a hybrid arrangement with one day a week spent in our London office.
Main duties of the job
Develop and deliver integrated media and campaigning activity that supports BPAS advocacy goalsIdentify, develop and pitch compelling media stories to secure high-profile coverageManage a responsive press office function, including handling media enquiries and breaking news opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with journalists, stakeholders, partners, and supportersDraft press releases, statements, op-eds, briefing materials, and campaign communicationsLead online campaigning and supporter engagement activity, including email communications and e-newslettersWork collaboratively across Communications, Advocacy, and Research & Innovation teams to deliver campaigns across the four nationsMonitor campaign performance using analytics and reporting tools to measure impact and identify improvementsAbout You
We are looking for a strong communicator with experience of developing and managing campaigns, ideally within the womens health, or human rights sectors. You will have excellent writing skills, experience pitching compelling stories to media outlets, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly and convincingly.
We are also looking for:
Confidence building and maintaining strong partnerships with stakeholders and working collaboratively across teamsThe ability to work at pace within a responsive environment and respond quickly to unfolding eventsA calm and professional approach, with a commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality.
About us
The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent reproductive healthcare charity, providing evidence-based, not-for-profit reproductive healthcare. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS, offering abortion care, contraception, and STI testing and treatment across the country.
When you join BPAS, you become part of a values-driven organisation where compassion, professionalism, and choice guide everything we do. You will help remove barriers to safe reproductive care while supporting people to make informed choices about their health and futures.
Working with us - benefits include:
34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Life assurance at 3 salary Defined contribution pension scheme Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits Family-friendly policies to support work-life balanceSafeguarding, Equality & Diversity
BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description and terms and conditions of the role can be found on the right hand side of the advert, under supporting documents. These are available for you to download and review.
Further Information
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.
If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.
Location Hybrid - 4 days working from home. 1 day working from our London Office: 10 Union Street, SE1 1SZ London
Salary £43,081 - £54,705 per annum depending on skills and experience. This salary is inclusive of Inner London Weighting.
Hours 36 hours per week | Monday to Thursday 09:00-17:00 and Friday 09:00-15:30
How To Apply: - Please do not apply via NHS Jobs - To be considered for this role you please follow the steps outlined below.
Please email [email protected] with the reference MCM and the following:
A Curriculum Vitae (CV) with education and professional qualifications and full employment history. Please include contact numbers and e-mail addresses A cover letter answering the following questions:1. What attracts you to this role?
2. Briefly summarise a media story or campaign you have led or played a significant part in, with reference to the objectives and impact of the piece of work, and your role within it
3. Do you support a women's right to choose abortion? How do you feel about patients returning multiple times?
Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Excellent analytical skills including the ability to grasp complex issues quickly and explain a position clearly and convincingly An understanding of campaigning and of the relationship between the media, policy development, and the role of supporters and other campaigners
General Essential
To apply for this role, please email [email protected] with the reference MCM by 11th June 2026 and include the below: A Curriculum Vitae (CV) with education and professional qualifications and full employment history. Please include contact numbers and e-mail addresses. A cover letter answering the 3 questions: What attracts you to this role? Briefly summarise a media story or campaign they have led or played a significant role in, with reference to the objectives and impact of the piece of work, and their role within it. Do you support a women's right to choose abortion? How do you feel about patients returning multiple times?
Experience Essential
Experience of creating and managing campaigns, ideally within the womens, health, or human rights sectors
Desirable
Experience within a fast-moving press office function
Qualifications Essential
Educated to relevant degree, NVQ, HNC, HND, or foundation degree level, or possessing equivalent experience in professional environment
Employer details Employer name British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)
Address 10 Union Street
London
SE1 1SZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)