Location: London (hybrid)

‍Type: Full‑time

‍Reports to: Associate Director (with a dotted line to CXO – PR)

‍Salary: Circa £45,000 DOE

‍Start: ASAP

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Why this role exists

SomX is a communications and creative agency purpose‑built for healthcare. We blend clinical and scientific expertise with brand, PR, content, design, events and media production to help innovative companies earn attention, build trust and grow. You’ll join the PR team at the heart of integrated campaigns—working closely with strategy, content, design and multimedia to turn complex science into clear, compelling stories that land with the right audiences.

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What you’ll do (the work)

Media relations and press office – Build and maintain journalist relationships across healthtech/biotech, national, business, policy and trade media. Own media lists, pitch angles, arrange interviews/briefings, manage inquiries and embargoes.

Story development – Shape narratives and angles from client strategy and data. Draft press releases, media notes, Q&As, statements, op‑eds and thought‑leadership in plain, precise English.

Integrated earned campaigns – Partner with content, design and multimedia to package stories (infographics, short video, founder profiles, research explainers) and maximise pickup across channels.

Executive visibility – Support founders/clinical leaders with bylines, conference speaking abstracts, award entries and social narrative (esp. LinkedIn) aligned to business goals.

Event PR – Plan pre‑event announcements, on‑site press handling and post‑event follow‑ups for launches, funding milestones, clinical results and partnerships.

Monitoring and measurement – Track coverage quality (tier, message pull‑through, backlinks), share of voice vs named peers, and real outcomes (inbound activity, partnership conversations, hiring signals). Turn results into clear monthly and campaign reports.

Account management – Run status meetings, maintain actions/risks, keep budgets/time trackers tidy, and ensure work is delivered on time and to spec.

Stakeholder orchestration – Liaise with clinicians, scientists, product, policy and commercial teams. Coordinate with partners (NHS bodies, accelerators, VCs) when relevant.

Quality and compliance – Uphold approval workflows and relevant guidelines (e.g., pharma and patient comms

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What you’ll bring (the essentials)

3–5+ years’ PR experience with demonstrable results in healthcare, science, technology or highly regulated sectors (agency experience preferred).

A strong UK media sense and a live contact book across at least one of: national/business, health policy, tech/venture, or specialist trade titles.

Outstanding writing – from crisp releases to nuanced op‑eds and technical explainers; rigorous editing and fact‑checking.

News judgement – You can spot angles, craft timely commentary, and translate complex clinical or technical ideas into stories people actually want to cover.

Calm in the grey – Comfortable handling sensitive topics and fast‑moving situations with discretion and clear thinking.

Organised operator – Solid project management, stakeholder management and attention to detail; confident running multiple accounts.

Data‑literate – Competent with coverage tracking and analysis; able to turn metrics into insight and action.

Tools – Working familiarity with media databases/monitoring and social listening (e.g., Meltwater/Roxhill/Muck Rack), G‑Suite, and basic SEO/analytics.

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Nice to have

Background in life sciences, medicine, policy or health economics, or proven ability to work deeply with technical subject matter experts.

Experience with thought‑leadership programmes for founders/clinical leaders.

Familiarity with ABPI/EFPIA or similar codes and medical/legal/regulatory (MLR) processes.

Event press operations or broadcast/podcast booking experience.

Crisis communications training and scenario planning.

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How we work at SomX

Integrated by default – Strategy, PR, content, design, events and media production sit under one roof. You’ll collaborate daily across disciplines.

Outcomes over vanity metrics – We optimise for underlying business goals: relevance, trust, pipeline and partnerships, not just clip volume.

9‑day fortnight – We run a high‑trust, high‑performance culture with regular recharge days.

Hybrid – Office time for collaboration and client sessions; on‑site support for shoots and events as needed.

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What you’ll get

Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus scheme.

9‑day‑fortnight working pattern (every other Friday off).

25 days’ holiday + UK public holidays (plus company recharge days).

Pension and enhanced family leave policies.

Personal development budget; access to industry events and training.

Great kit and software; creative studio support across design and multimedia.

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Success in 6–12 months looks like

Consistent tier‑1/trade coverage with clear message pull‑through for 4-6 retained accounts.

A visible executive‑visibility programme for at least one client leadership team (bylines, talks, awards).

A reliable press office rhythm with strong media feedback and repeat inbound opportunities.

Continued building on existing live contact book and journalist relationships

Documented playbooks that make the next campaign faster and better.

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The process

1. Intro call (capability and culture).
   
2. Task (short written exercise and angle‑setting) and meet the team.
   
3. Final interview with leadership.
   
4. References and offer.

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Apply

Please apply via the SomX Careers page with your CV/portfolio and a short note on a story you landed that you’re proud of, what was the angle, who covered it, and what changed for the client.

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SomX is an equal‑opportunities employer. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you need adjustments at any stage, just let us know.

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