The role
The PR Assistant will learn the diverse functions of a press office, as well as support a range of communication activities to help spread brand awareness.
Key responsibilities
1. Build relationships with journalist and influencers
2. Keeping up with the news and identifying reactive opportunities with the support of the team
3. Keeping abreast of social media trends
4. Developing briefing docs if and when required
5. To support the team in providing back up for the Customer Information Line
6. Researching, monitoring and summarising industry news for reporting purposes
7. Tracks and clips media coverage
8. To support and progress projects agreed by the PR Manager; including desk research, event coordination, media pack creation and influencer management
9. Transcribe audio and podcast interviews so that it can be analysed for learnings
10. Build targeted journalist database
11. Develop ad-hoc LinkedIn posts to support events or campaigns
12. To effectively manage tasks and projects within the deadlines set by PR Manager .
13. Attend relevant webinars and events, take notes and report back to team
14. Support with seeking relevant awards for upcoming year
Benefits
21 days annual leave + Bank holidays and birthday off. Other benefits after probation include free eye tests, live assurance and medical cover.