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My client a UK leading not for profit organisation in Houghton Regis are looking for an External PR and Communications Executive
Location: Hybrid, 3 days in Head office in Houghton Regis, Beds, 2 WFH
Hours: 35 hrs a week
Salary: circa £33,000 DOE
Additions: 5 weeks hols (not including BH)
Healthcare
Enhanced pension
Bike to work
Free parking
The PR and Communications Executive will have a degree in PR, Comms, journalism, or a related field.
The PR and Communications Executive will be an integral part of the team. Key in helping develop PR campaigns and build a robust relationship with media professionals. Coordinate press releases, help with press interviews, a monitor media coverage for their effectiveness. Working with cross functional teams to ensure all PR efforts are aligned with the business goals and strategies. You will be a strategic support to help with any crisis communications if needed.
Duties
Your duties will be as follows with the usual ad hoc as required:
* Ensure great relationships with media contacts including journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers
* Free ideas and press releases to media contacts securing coverage in relevant publication and media outlets
* Work closely with the companies PR agency to elevate the brands visibility and reputation
* Coordinate press events, media briefings, and product launches to generate a buzz and interest in the brand
* Write and distribute press releases, media advisories and other PR materials announcing news and events of the brand
* Monitor and track media coverage and social media conversations
* Respond and deal with media inquiries promptly and professionally
* Provide support for any crisis communications that may be required to God and protect the reputation of the brand from negative publicity
* Measure and report the effectiveness of any PR campaigns using relevant metrics and KPI's
Requirements
* Have a degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field
* Possess strong writing and editing skills, particularly in crafting compelling messages and press materials
* Familiar with the media landscape, news cycles, and trends
* Worked with media monitoring tools, PR software, and analytics platforms
* Have experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications
* Ideally, it would be amazing if you have had experience of working within the construction industry sector with its nuances
* Have eligibility to work in the UK (unfortunately, sponsorship is not available)