We are looking for a recent graduate to join our growing team.

The successful candidate will be a recent graduate with an eagerness to get hands on in the media landscape. Degree backgrounds can vary; however, they must demonstrate strong writing skills, an ability to multitask and be a confident self-starter. A small team, they should be an adaptable worker, able to use their own initiative to solve a range of tasks.

Requirements:

  • Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a PR or marketing discipline OR any degree (or equivalent qualification) plus a postgraduate qualification in a PR or marketing discipline
  • At least 6 months experience in a PR or marketing environment (either in-house or agency)
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Confident speaking to both internal and external stakeholders at a range of levels
  • A strong understanding of the media landscape
  • Digitally savvy having used a range of social media platforms
  • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
  • Excellent communications skills; confident liaising with senior team members, client and suppliers
  • Organised and with an eye for detail; able to put together timelines and client reports
  • A solution finder who is able to come up with creative ideas and also knows when to flag an issue to the senior team
  • A team player who enjoys working as part of a tight team
  • A positive, proactive approach and keen to learn and progress
  • A full clean driving license with access to own car

 

The Role:

  • Writing, editing and proofreading materials including press releases, blog posts, proposals, and client correspondence
  • Providing support to senior colleagues whilst ensuring the smooth running of accounts
  • Building and maintaining excellent relationships with press and influencers
  • Driving coverage and responding to media queries and requests
  • Liaising daily with clients and the media, often via telephone and email.
  • Monitoring the media, including newspapers, magazines, journals, broadcasts, newswires, social media sites and blogs, for opportunities for clients.
  • Working as part of an account team to develop client proposals and implement the PR activity.
  • Preparing regular client reports and attending client meetings.
  • Attending and promoting client events to the media.
  • Other ad hoc duties and responsibilities

 

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Neg, depending on experience

Apply: To apply for this role please send your CV to careers@rumourmillcomms.com

Deadline: Friday 23rd July at 4pm