PR & Communications Assistant

Company profile - PR Agency
In this Public Relations role, you will be joining a full-service Public Relations Consultancy that works across a range of sectors, including food & beverages, media, finance, and technology. With years of experience under their belts, they work to fully understand each of their client's unique audiences before creating bespoke and targeted campaigns tailored to their customers. With a portfolio bursting with global corporate clients, they work to deliver highly compelling campaigns and help their clients to fine-tune their communications strategy.
 
Job description - Account Executive (PR)
In this Account Assistant in PR you will be fully trained up on all things B2B PR including client communication and account management, digital research, social media and content creation. There is a clear training and progression plan within this role, and you will be supported to progress and develop your skillset. 
 
Key responsibilities - Account Assistant (PR)
In this Graduate PR role, your responsibilities will include :

• Media relations - pitching stories to journalists
• Creating different types of written and visual assets for Media and digital channels - from press releases to images for LinkedIn campaigns
• Keeping client admin up to date, e.g. meeting notes, status reports and media lists
• Research for new business pitches and press material
• Supporting the press office in their day-to-day activities
• Undertaking a range of tasks that will develop your skills in different parts of the business

Job requirements - PR & Communications Assistant

• A 2.1 from university, or a minimum of one year of experience in the workplace.
• PR internships or work placements are highly advantageous. 
• Office-based experience is desired.
• Lots of enthusiasm and a proven interest in a career in PR & Communications.
• Excellent communication skills - you will be working with multiple team members across the agency.
• Great attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to take on a range of tasks.
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to ensure that all tasks are completed in a time-effective manner.

Benefits of the job - Account Executive (PR)

• A great starting salary of £29,000.
• Central London office (Farringdon) with hybrid working
• Clear progression outline
• 25 days holiday per annum.
• Early Friday finishes!
• A unique opportunity to gain experience within a creative agency.
• Bespoke-tailored training plans and a mentor system.
• A friendly and sociable office culture.
• Opportunity to learn from seasoned experts in their field.