Membership organisation at an exciting stage of its development, based in Farnham, Surrey; is looking to upscale its operations to support its rapid growth in membership and greater public profile.
Role Summary
The PR and Marketing team devises creative, engaging and strategic campaigns to effectively promote the organisation to a wide range of audiences, including current members and to both UK and global media outlets. The PR team ensure that the values, ethos and vision is correctly represented in the media. They also source exciting collaborations with external organisations, charities, celebrities and events that will further enhance their profile as the largest and most exciting industry contender in the UK.
With a large and growing membership, this position will focus on supporting the PR and Marketing team with securing PR coverage across the UK as well as copy writing tasks and supporting administer requests for marketing materials.
Whilst largely based at the office in Farnham, the role will also require the successful applicant to travel (at times) to different PR events throughout the UK and this could sometimes involve occasional working on weekends and evenings.
Working as part of the PR support team, within a small friendly office, the successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be a good team player and have an exceptional attention to detail.
Detailed role responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of PR, the role responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
· Promoting the work and its campaigns across regional media outlets generating media coverage.
· Building a strong relationship with regional and local broadcasters as well as print and online outlets.
· Working with the Head of PR to write engaging press releases, which the candidate will then send to media outlets, liaising with them to secure coverage.
· Supporting the PR Team to write copy for newsletters, website, blogs and other publicity materials.
· Administer timely requests for printed marketing materials for new and existing Leaders, ordering and distributing three times a year and ad hoc throughout the year as required. This will involve liaising with the Projects Coordinator and Graphics Designer for any necessary amends and coordination of a timely delivery.
Experience & Skills
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and self-motivated communications professional. You may have experience as a local journalist or press officer, with a strong understanding of regional media and whilst ideal but not essential have an existing network of media contacts across the country. You should be creative, have an eye for a good story and know how to gain excellent coverage.
The candidate will also have a keen eye for detail, accurate written communication and strong organisational skills.
Relevant skills will include:
· Strong organisational capability
· Exceptional writing skills
· Ability to prioritise, hitting deadlines and working well under pressure
· IT literate
· Database and information management
· Numerate
· Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
· Strong team player
· Good communication skills
· Efficient but friendly phone manner
· Adaptable and flexible
Education
Likely to be educated to GCSE/’A’ level at grades A-C or equivalent.
A bias towards PR or Event management would be desirable but is not essential.
What they can offer you:
22 days paid leave per year plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated)
Workplace pension scheme
Medicash benefits scheme....Read more...
The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of a well-established PR agency that specialises in theatre, entertainment, and the visual arts. They are seeking a PR Senior Account Executive who is ready to step up and bring energy, insight, and a minimum of 1 year’s experience in a UK-based PR agency to a dynamic and creative team.This independent agency is based in central London, just a short walk from Charing Cross station. With a portfolio spanning theatre, circus, opera, visual arts and live entertainment, they are known for delivering impactful campaigns that elevate the arts and engage the public. Their collaborative culture means you will work closely with an experienced team while building your own profile and voice in the sector.Here's What You'll Be Doing:Build and maintain media contact databases to support strategic outreachDraft and deliver effective PR campaigns across print, digital, and social mediaDevelop trusted relationships with journalists and clientsWrite engaging press releases, media alerts, and briefing documentsProvide regular updates and reports to clients, demonstrating campaign valueProofread and polish written materials to ensure clarity and accuracyCo-ordinate press nights, launch events, and media photo callsMonitor media coverage and analyse campaign outcomesSupport the smooth running of the team with accurate admin and file managementManage agency social media channels and contribute to campaign contentContribute to creative discussions and wider brand strategyHere Are The Skills You'll Need:A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a UK-based PR agencyA genuine interest or background in arts and cultureExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong understanding of the UK media landscape and journalist relationshipsHighly organised and able to meet multiple deadlinesConfident writer with a sharp eye for tone and structureProofreading skills and strong attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Dropbox and social media platformsA team-focused mindset and collaborative approachWork Permissions:You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.Here Are The Benefits Of This Job:Salary between £28,000 and £32,000 depending on experienceCreative and inclusive team culture in a central London locationOpportunity to work on campaigns with major names in the arts and entertainment industriesStrong focus on ongoing professional development and progressionA vibrant work environment where individuality and creative thinking are encouragedWhy Pursue A Career In Arts & Entertainment PR?Arts PR offers a rare opportunity to connect your communication skills with your cultural interests. As a PR Senior Account Executive, you will help shape public engagement with creative projects and drive awareness of inspiring work. This is a career that combines strategy, storytelling, and the satisfaction of supporting the arts sector in a meaningful way.....Read more...
The Rochester Bridge Trust is an independent, not-for-profit organisation providing free-to-use crossings across the river at Rochester, now and in perpetuity.Our world-leading team works around the clock to plan, pay for and maintain our bridges, including the iconic Old Rochester Bridge, operating with net-zero impact and at zero cost to the community, so that everyone is free to move forward whether by foot, bike, bus or car.We've been around since 1399 and over the centuries our charitable work has expanded to inspiring, educating and funding the next generation of civil engineering talent across the UK, and to ensuring the environment, skills and structures that make our area unique are preserved and given new life.All our work is self-funded through our portfolio of properties and investments, with every penny we make invested into ensuring there will always be free passage across the river, and in continuing our mission of building bridges to a better future for the communities we serve.Why are we recruiting a Communications Manager?This is a new and exciting role for the Rochester Bridge Trust, with the potential to make a real impact within this locally and internationally important organisation.Despite providing free crossings across the River Medway for hundreds of years, and being a global leader in net zero bridge maintenance, The Trust currently has a low profile among the local Rochester community, local businesses, institutions and organisations and political stakeholders that benefit from the work of the Trust, engineering and academic stakeholders and other important audiences locally, nationally and internationally.The Trust now wants to present a more progressive, relevant and inviting face to the world – building awareness, understanding, trust and confidence and in doing so, enhancing its ability to have positive impact through its charitable, grant giving and educational work; and ensuring it attracts and retains the best and brightest talent.The role:The Communications Manager will act as an "in-house journalist", liaising with managers and staff across the organisation to generate and execute on ideas and content in support of the Trust's objectives. They will take over the management of the social media accounts, liaison with the web manager and work with local journalists and agencies. They will also work closely with the Events & Trustee Services team to bring to life and amplify a busy events programme.This role is ideal for someone with a journalistic instinct and a passion for turning technical or potentially dry subjects into compelling, engaging stories that resonate across diverse audiences.Key responsibilities include:
Develop and execute a social media drumbeat and strategies to engage the local community and broader audiences.Create compelling content across various platforms, ensuring consistency in tone, style, and messaging.Monitor and respond to social media activity, fostering a positive online community and conversation.Collaborate with internal teams to identify stories, case studies, and opportunities for content creation. Likewise staying plugged in to what's happening externally in the world and how this might create opportunities for the Trust to tell its story.Craft press releases, articles, and blog posts that attract media attention and public engagement.Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and other key stakeholders.Analyse performance metrics and adapt strategies to improve engagement and reach.
About you (Essentials):
Extensive experience in social media management, public relations or journalism.Familiarity with media relations and experience of pitching stories to journalists.Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.A passion to work for an organisation with purpose and which creates social value.Strong knowledge of social media platforms, analytics tools and emerging trends.A creative thinker with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.Must be proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.Must be able to work collaboratively, persuasively and respectfully with trustees, senior managers and all staff across the organisation.High level of proficiency in IT systems (including MS Office), with willingness and ability to learn additional software packages.Able to work well under pressure, often to defined timescales.
Nice to have but not essential:
Experience of organising and delivery of events.Knowledge of or interest in the infrastructure, engineering and not for profit sectors.Existing media and stakeholder contacts within Kent.Track record of creating engaging content on technical or niche subjects
Why join us?
Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a tangible difference in the community.Help shape the public perception of a historically significant organisation seeking to adopt a more modern, progressive identity.Enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment.Opportunity to take ownership of the organisation’s communications and build a strong public profile.Competitive salary and benefits package.
How to apply:Please upload a covering letter with your CV explaining why you think you would be the perfect fit for this role.The Rochester Bridge Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We look forward to hearing from you! ....Read more...
