PR & Communications Executive

Blue Legal; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a PR & Communications Executive to join their London office. The role involves generating story ideas, managing media relations, and enhancing internal communication efforts. The ideal candidate has experience in the legal sector, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal or professional services sectors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support proactive PR efforts by generating story ideas and pitching to media.
• Coordinate media interviews, prepare briefing notes, and draft social media content.
• Assist with media monitoring and compliance tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Media relations

Job description

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 18th August 2025

Blue Legal is partnering with a leading law firm recruiting for a PR & Communications Executive to join their London office. The role reports to the PR & Communications Manager and works directly with the Director of Marketing and Business Development.

Responsibilities:

• Support proactive PR efforts by generating story ideas, pitching to media, and building relationships with key journalists and editors to connect them with firm partners.
• Track news agendas and editorial calendars, identify media opportunities (e.g., comment pieces, bylined articles), and conduct research to support strategic messaging.
• Coordinate media interviews, prepare briefing notes for lawyers, and attend interviews when needed.
• Draft and publish social media content, assist with awards submissions, and circulate media coverage internally.
• Assist with media monitoring, conflict checks, reporting, and administrative tasks to ensure compliance and organization within the PR team.
• Build strong relationships across internal teams and explore the use of generative AI tools to enhance workflows and efficiency.

The Candidate:

• Experience in legal or professional services sectors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines with strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

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