PR and Communications Executive

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)