PR & Content Executive

The City Recruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing PR and communications agency is seeking a talented PR and Content Executive to join their creative team in Manchester. This role involves writing press releases, managing media relationships, and supporting PR strategies for various clients. Ideal candidates will have a background in journalism and a passion for media, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression and professional development

Supportive, friendly working environment

Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects

Qualifications

• Experience in PR, journalism, or content creation.
• Strong understanding of media law and ethics.
• Ability to build and maintain media relationships.

Responsibilities

• Writing press releases, blog content, and media-ready material.
• Building relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Monitoring media coverage and tracking PR performance metrics.

Skills

Communication

Media Relations

Writing

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Education

NCTJ or degree in Journalism, Communications, or similar

Tools

CMS tools

Media monitoring software

Job description

PR and Content Executive

Salary: £25,000 – £27,000

Location: Hybrid – Manchester

The City Recruiter is working on behalf of a growing PR and communications agency to find a talented PR and Content Executive. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in journalism and a passion for media to join a fast-paced, creative team working across a variety of clients and sectors.

In this role, you'll be developing high-quality press releases, managing media relationships, and supporting broader PR and content strategies that drive visibility and engagement for clients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Writing compelling press releases, blog content, and media-ready material
• Using photography skills to support campaign visuals (desirable)
• Building relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets
• Spotting newsworthy angles and securing media coverage across digital and print
• Supporting the planning and delivery of PR campaigns and media events
• Monitoring media coverage and tracking PR performance metrics
• Attending journalist and client meetings and delivering regular reports
• Liaising daily with clients and media contacts
• Analysing media coverage and producing evaluation reports
• Promoting client events and initiatives to the media
• Supporting the agency’s own PR and social media efforts
• Conducting interviews with clients to gather key content for media use
• Staying informed about industry trends, media movements, and competitor activity

What We’re Looking For:

• NCTJ or a degree in Journalism, Communications, or similar (essential)
• Experience in PR, journalism, or content creation
• Strong understanding of media law, journalism ethics, and press release writing
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and interpersonal
• Ability to build and maintain strong media relationships
• Proactive, creative thinker with attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident in a fast-paced environment working across multiple accounts
• Some experience with photography is a bonus
• Existing press contacts are an advantage
• Familiarity with social media platforms, CMS tools, and media monitoring software

What’s on Offer:

• £25,000 – £27,000 salary
• Hybrid working setup (Manchester base)
• Opportunities for progression and professional development
• Supportive, friendly working environment
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects