The ideal applicant will be a confident, quick learner with a strong grasp of how the internet and public relations complement each other, a keen interest in learning a full range of marketing techniques and the ability to work to deadlines. Initiative, self motivation with creative ideas and a positive approach are prerequisite.

Knowledge of social media and how it can benefit our clients is a bonus. Strong writing and verbal communication skills are extremely important as is the ability to communicate with members of the media in a clear, competent and persuasive way.

It is essential that you have previous PR experience (ideally at least 1-2 years). Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you have your own transport as some travelling to client sites is expected.
 
We offer:
• A negotiable monthly salary for 37.5 hours per week
• 20 days paid holiday + statutory public holidays
• The opportunity to top-up the salary with an achievable bonus based on personal performance and agency-wide success
• Some flexible hours and working practises

Duties include:
• Running publicity campaigns for a number of local, national and international clients

• The mechanics of PR including planning, research, writing press releases, liaising with journalists (via phone, email and in person), campaign administration & reporting

• Collating and circulating client/project press coverage generated

• Supporting the strategic marketing lead in client-related PR & Marketing tasks

• Attending meetings with clients and attending networking events on behalf of the agency as and when required

• Planning, organising, attending and hosting client events and/or exhibitions to ensure maximum publicity

• Liaising with colleagues, suppliers, freelancers & media representatives

• Social networking responsibilities and web content generation on behalf of clients & the agency including blogging, Twitter, Linked-in etc

• Supporting the strategic lead in the servicing of a portfolio of retained client accounts and projects

• Liaising consistently with management and colleagues to ensure that the team is informed of client related issues, successes & opportunities

• When required, attending monthly client update/planning meetings, taking notes during the meeting and assisting in the drafting of resulting contact reports

• Adding all client related activities undertaken to monthly client activity reports

• Supporting all client campaigns and marketing activities as directed by the agency management

In the first instance please apply via email to Ralphie including your CV and salary expectations to: ralphie@cre8ivewisdom.com