Assistant Press Officer Location – Virginia Water, Surrey 2 days per week in the office The European Tour group is one of the world’s pre-eminent golf organisations. We are responsible for running the world-famous DP World Tour, Legends Tour, Challenge Tour and G4D Tour (golf for the disabled). We also organise, alongside the PGA of America, golf’s greatest team contest - the Ryder Cup. Role Summary We are currently seeking a dynamic multimedia professional to join the European Tour group’s communications team, focusing on the editorial and event coverage of the Challenge Tour. The successful candidate will travel to Challenge Tour tournament sites worldwide to produce engaging social media content, written website reports, and features during event weeks, and manage any external media requests. They will also provide coverage support when not attending tournaments. Key Responsibilities As part of the Communications Team, you will produce innovative and engaging digital content and written editorial for all Challenge Tour platforms, including europeantour.com, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. You will distribute this content to the Tour’s global network of media contacts and work closely with European Tour Productions to identify relevant stories and content ideas, liaising with the production team to see these ideas through from concept to publication. As an Assistant Press Officer, you will help execute the media strategies for the Challenge Tour, working closely with key Tour staff, sponsors, and promoters to communicate the Tours and their messaging globally. You will manage media attendance at Challenge Tour events, assist with media enquiries both remotely and at tournaments, conduct player interviews, and organise media conferences as necessary. You will also offer media advice to players, assist promoters, sponsors, and attending media in the promotion of tournaments. Knowledge, Skills & Experience The ideal candidate will be a strong writer with a background in journalism and content creation, holding a degree in Journalism or equivalent. They will have excellent knowledge and experience of social media, including X, Facebook, and Instagram, and good knowledge of Adobe Suite or similar publishing software. Knowledge and experience of running and growing a YouTube channel would also be preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and a good knowledge of the game of golf are desirable. A creative approach is essential. On a personal level, the role holder must have a positive ‘can do’ attitude, be comfortable working in a small team, and be willing to roll up their sleeves. They should be curious and collaborative with other areas of finance and the business, flexible, adaptable, and prepared to step outside of core responsibilities if required. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels are essential, along with a commitment to continuous improvement, professionalism, empathy, and integrity. If you feel that this could be the role for you, we are excited to receive your application The European Tour group promotes diversity, equality, and inclusion. We ensure that we make employment decisions by matching our business needs with skills and experience of candidates, regardless of anything.