Media Relations Assistant Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a proactive Media Relations Assistant Manager to enhance its storytelling and media engagement. This exciting role involves collaborating with marketing and corporate affairs teams to craft compelling media materials and support spokespeople. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing their creativity and communication skills while building relationships with journalists. Join this forward-thinking organization to make a significant impact in promoting key themes and initiatives. If you're passionate about media relations and eager to contribute to corporate responsibility, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in PR, especially in professional services.
• Strong communication and creative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support media profiling for key sectors.
• Create media plans and adapt campaigns for UK media.
• Manage media training for spokespeople.

Skills

PR experience

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Creative thinking

Multitasking

Job description

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Media Relations Assistant Manager, Manchester

Client: KPMG UK

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Base Location: Watford, Reading, Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester

The KPMG Business Services function is a cornerstone of our UK business, operating from 20 UK locations and supporting KPMG Central Services. We focus on activities that help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK, including HR, Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities, Business Support, Risk, Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing.

Why Join KPMG as a Media Relations Assistant Manager

KPMG UK seeks a creative and proactive Assistant Manager for its Media Relations team to support the People and Corporate Responsibility sectors. The role involves collaborating with marketing and corporate affairs teams to promote key themes, supporting spokespeople with media interactions, and crafting media materials. Ideal candidates are self-starters with a passion for storytelling and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support media profiling for KPMG UK’s People and Corporate Responsibility sectors.
• Create media plans, statements, briefing notes, and coverage reports.
• Adapt global campaigns for UK media.
• Develop networks with journalists and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with social media and respond to media inquiries.
• Manage media training for spokespeople.

Requirements:

• PR experience, preferably in professional services or large corporates.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive, creative, and stakeholder-savvy.
• Ability to simplify complex issues.
• Strong prioritization and multitasking skills.
• Willingness to learn about KPMG’s business goals.

To apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and start your journey with KPMG.

Learn more about:

• Central Services at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/kpmg-business-services/
• Inclusivity at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/being-inclusive/
• Disability confidence at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/