Senior Media Relations Executive
Proprec
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PR and communications professional to join a highly successful and growing organisation, taking ownership of media relations activity across a portfolio of well-established brands.
Salary is between £35,000 to £38,000 depending on experience. Hours of work are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. Please note this is an office-based position.
Benefits include 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays, Paycare - A Healthcare Cash Plan (Discounts available and access to a 24-hour Doctor), Life Assurance x 2 and up to 5 days extra unpaid holiday available at a salary sacrifice.
As the Senior Media Relations Executive, you will be:
- Developing and delivering media relations strategies aligned with wider business objectives.
- Creating high-quality content including thought leadership articles, technical features, press releases, case studies, award submissions and business updates.
- Identifying and developing compelling stories from across the organisation.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, editors and key industry publications.
- Managing media outreach campaigns to secure high-value coverage across trade and digital media.
- Monitoring media activity, industry trends and competitor coverage.
- Supporting reputation management initiatives and crisis communication planning.
- Managing press office activity and responding to media enquiries.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.
- Leading PR planning activity and providing strategic communications guidance where required.
- Significant experience in a Media Relations, PR or Communications role.
- Outstanding copywriting and editorial skills.
- Experience producing content for trade, technical or industry-focused publications.
- A proven track record of building successful relationships with journalists and media contacts.
- Strong strategic thinking alongside hands-on delivery capability.
- Experience developing and executing integrated communications plans.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach with a keen eye for identifying media opportunities.
- Experience within the electrical, construction, manufacturing or technical sectors.
- Knowledge of reputation management and crisis communications.
- Understanding of the trade media landscape.
- Experience uncovering and developing stories that enhance brand visibility and reputation.
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