PR and Media Manager

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting interim opportunity awaits within the Public Sector, offering a chance to develop and implement innovative PR strategies that enhance public image. This role involves managing media relations, coordinating PR events, and providing crisis management support. Join a leading organization in the Transport & Distribution sector, where you can contribute to impactful projects while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Manchester. With a competitive daily rate and a temporary contract, this position is perfect for proactive professionals looking to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Opportunity for contract extension

Work in a vibrant city

Innovative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in developing PR strategies and managing public relations activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential for media engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance public image.
• Manage relationships with media stakeholders to maximize positive coverage.

Skills

PR and media strategy development

Communication skills

Project management

Media relations

Crisis management

Education

Degree in Communications

Degree in Journalism

Degree in PR

Tools

PR software

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• Exciting interim opportunity within the Public Sector
• Hybrid working - 2 days in Manchester

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation that has a significant footprint within the Transport & Distribution sector. Based in Central Manchester, they have a robust reputation for driving innovation and delivering outstanding customer service.

Job Description

• Develop and implement creative PR strategies to enhance the company's public image.
• Provide day-to-day management and delivery of all public relations activities and political/parliamentary engagement to promote the transport investment.
• Working with the Stakeholder Manager, design and deliver a proactive media and PR strategy
• Manage relationships with media stakeholders to maximise positive coverage.
• Manage projects/campaigns (internally and externally)
• Coordinate with the marketing team to align PR activities with marketing initiatives.
• Track media coverage and respond to media enquiries promptly and professionally.
• Organise and manage PR events to boost brand awareness.
• Provide crisis management support when needed.
• Monitor and report on PR results regularly.

The Successful Applicant

A successful PR and Media Contractor should have:

• A degree in Communications, Journalism, PR or related field.
• Substantial experience in developing PR and media strategies, and handling plans, with effective key messages get traction/action in a multilayered and complex stakeholder/public environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Substantial experience in managing effective public affairs and engagement activities including media relations, social media, change communications, stakeholder engagement, conference and events and e-communications.
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of PR software and tools.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.

What's on Offer

• A competitive daily rate of around £180 GBP.
• A temporary role within a leading company in the Transport & Distribution industry.
• Initial 3 month contract with potential of extension.
• An opportunity to work in a vibrant city like Manchester.
• 2 days on site required
• A chance to contribute to an innovative and forward-thinking team.

We encourage all who meet the requirements to apply for this exciting opportunity in the Transport & Distribution sector in Manchester.