Job Description

Job Title: PR & Social Media Officer
Department: Communications (Engagement Group)
Reports to: External Communications Senior Manager
Grade: Officer - Core
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: 34,350 - 38,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and homeworking
About Better Society Capital (BSC):
Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over 10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages 634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI) managing its 83m portfolio. BSC is about to implement its next five-year strategy in 2026, which will offer new opportunities.
The opportunity:
We are seeking an enthusiastic PR and Social Media Officer to support our external communications, thought leadership initiatives, and events program. The role will be responsible for executing PR and social media strategies that elevate Better Society Capital's reputation, amplify our thought leadership, and create meaningful engagement with our diverse stakeholder ecosystem. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in communications within the social impact sector.
What you will do:
Social Media Management & Content Creation
Execute daily social media activities across all platforms (LinkedIn and Bluesky)
Create engaging social media content including graphics, videos, and written posts
Manage social media calendars and scheduling, ensuring consistent brand voice and messaging
Monitor social media performance, compile analytics reports, and suggest optimisation strategies
Engage with followers, respond to comments, and build online community relationships
Support social media campaigns and promotional activities
Stay current with social media trends and platform updates, making recommendations for new approaches
PR Support & Content Creation
Support the execution of PR strategies and campaigns under senior management guidance
Draft press releases, media statements, and thought leadership content for review and approval
Research and compile media lists, maintaining up-to-date journalist and editor contact databases
Monitor media coverage and compile regular media reports and analysis
Support media inquiry responses and coordinate interview scheduling
Assist with crisis communications planning and response activities
Research industry trends and identify potential story opportunities
Administrative & Operational Support
Maintain communications databases and contact management systems
Coordinate with design and external agencies on communications materials
Assist with compliance and regulatory requirements for communications
Provide general administrative support to the communications team
Other duties as required
What you will bring:
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
1-2 years' experience in PR, social media, or communications roles
Strong writing and editing skills across multiple formats and platforms
Experience with social media management and content creation
Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms
Experience with PR tools and media monitoring systems
Excellent organisational and project management abilities
Basic video editing and multimedia content creation skills
Desirable:
Experience in the social sector, impact investing, or financial services
Knowledge of the UK charity and social enterprise landscape
Experience with graphic design software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and platforms
Creative thinking with strong attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Proficiency with social media platforms and management tools
Experience with analytics and reporting tools
Ability to learn new technologies and platforms quickly
Passionate about social impact and mission-driven work
Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with strong work ethic
Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Embody Better Society Capital core values:
? Purposeful -We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.
? Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change
? Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.
? Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence
? Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.
Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Other terms
Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we adapt to the needs of our diverse workforce.
Right to work: Candidates need to have the existing right to work in the UK
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+, racialised, disabled, or under-served communities).
We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch with Krystle De Guzman (Talent Acquisition & Development Officer) on
How to apply:
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 30 November 2025
Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. You will be asked some work-based questions which are reviewed anonymously by the hiring panel. Please note, while you will upload your CV, it will not be viewed by panel members at this stage, so we ask that you give full consideration to each answer.
NB we screen for answers generated by Gen AI. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your Applied answers are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.
Interviews
Round 1 interviews will be held w/c 08 December 2025
Round 2 interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you.
If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch with Krystle De Guzman (Talent Acquisition & Development Officer) at
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