Michael O'Connor

Michael O'Connor is an experienced media relations professional currently serving as the Senior Media Relations Manager at Leigh Day since June 2023. Prior to this role, Michael held the position of National PR Manager at The Royal British Legion from July 2018 to June 2023. Michael's background includes significant experience at Sky, where responsibilities included serving as Assistant Editor and Senior Producer for News at Ten from November 2013 to July 2018, and at BBC News from August 2004 to October 2013 as a Senior Producer focusing on Home Affairs. Michael began a career in broadcasting at BBC Oxford as a Senior Producer from August 1996 to June 2004. Academically, Michael holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Social Studies from The University of Manchester and a Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the University of the Arts London.