Job Description
Job Description - 12 month Mat Cover Role
Our client, a well know luxury brand based just outside Slough is in search of a Communications & PR Executive to support the Press team and be based in their HQ.
How you will contribute?
The successful candidate will gain all-round experience working within a fast paced in-house international press team, providing first line support for the day-to-day management of the Press and PR team. With excellent communication & organization skills, you will be able to think fast, demonstrating a flexible and agile approach to work; acting as a brand ambassador at all times.
* Supporting the Press Officer and the Head of Communications, in turn reporting to the WW Press Director, to provide first line support to the Luxury team.
* Lead on the logistics of sample movement with collections.
* Liaising with press on shoots, credit requests, collection information.
* Provide day to day administrative support for the press team, collating press cuttings and managing reporting for the sector.
* Updating and maintaining databases.
* Supporting with press events; trade shows, press days, launches, shoots.
* Occasional travel.
Skills, Competencies and Proficiency
* Highly organized (H)
* Very high Professional Verbal and Written Communication (H)
* High level attention to detail (H)
* Ability to prioritize various tasks and meet deadlines
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships (H)
* Prior experience in working in press office administration or marketing for a global luxury brand is essential.
* A Strong knowledge of the media landscape and finger on pulse with industry and consumer trends.
Who you are?
* An excellent attitude and approach to work. Professional and discrete.
* A strong team player and a ‘can-do’ attitude to challenges
* A strong story teller / writer
* Exposure to working in a fast paced and demanding environment, with experience within a PR function essential ( preferably a Luxury fashion or premium retail brand )
* Exceptional attention to detail and organisation.
* Previous experience with reporting is desirable.
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