PR & Events Manager

The Perfume Shop; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding retail company is seeking a PR & Events Manager to join their Marketing Team on a 12-month contract. The role involves overseeing the delivery of the PR and events strategy, managing the events calendar, and mentoring a PR Executive. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a creative mindset, with previous experience in PR or events, particularly in retail. The position offers attractive benefits, including a discretionary bonus and various employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Access to Wagestream

20% staff discount

Support from RetailTrust

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar PR or events role, ideally in retail.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the PR and events calendar, including activations and PR mailers.
• Lead and support the PR & Events Executive to deliver engaging events.
• Coordinate press releases and manage journalist outreach.

Skills

Copywriting

Project management

Communication

Creativity

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a wonderful PR & Events Manager to join our Marketing Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll play a key role in delivering our PR and events strategy, working closely with our PR agency, internal teams, and external partners to create standout moments that elevate The Perfume Shop brand.

You’ll lead exciting activations, manage our events calendar, and support sustainability and community initiatives—all while mentoring a brilliant PR & Events Executive.

What You’ll Do

• Be the daily contact for our PR agency, ensuring delivery of KPIs and standout coverage.
• Lead and support our PR & Events Executive to deliver engaging activations and events, setting clear goals and development plans.
• Manage the PR and events calendar, including Vera Van, in-store events, and PR mailers.
• Collaborate with the Influencer Manager and PR agency to deliver a strong influencer strategy.
• Coordinate press releases, award submissions, and journalist outreach.
• Deliver exciting PR stunts and attend press visits as needed.
• Support sustainability initiatives including bottle recycling and tree planting.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a similar PR or events role, ideally in retail.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.
• A creative, can-do attitude and a passion for storytelling.
• Experience supporting or leading a team.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of PR, events, and partnerships.

What You’ll Gain

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!
• Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay.
• Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.
• 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.
• Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.

“We’re a sociable bunch of down-to-earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”

Agencies: We are not accepting speculative CV’s or profiles and kindly request that you refrain from contacting us.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.