PR Executive

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

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a PR Executive in London to manage client relationships and implement PR strategies. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of B2B PR experience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to brand positioning and media relations. Applicants must have experience in relevant sectors to be considered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PR experience in a business-to-business environment.
• Strong understanding of business issues and the media landscape.
• Contacts within the UK media.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key media and drive brand positioning.
• Create and manage business plans and digital strategy.
• Deliver events to enhance the firm's brand.

Skills

Diplomatic

Professional

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Media Relations

Education

Graduate caliber or similar

Tools

PR Systems

Job description

Location: London
Salary: -
Salary band: Dependent upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 23/02/2022

The Company

A leading international law firm is currently seeking a PR Executive to join their top-tier team. This role will require you to manage the firm’s key client relationships and client listening programmes. The position is based in London, and you will report directly to the PR Manager.

The Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with the media
• Drive the positioning of the firm’s brand through client service
• Create and manage strategic business plans at the client, partner, and sector levels
• Develop and implement the firm’s digital strategy
• Provide strategic advice and coordination on pitching
• Manage the production of bulletins and briefings
• Deliver events that enhance the firm’s brand

The Candidate:

• Have 3+ years of PR experience in a business-to-business environment
• Diplomatic and professional
• Experience using PR systems
• Understanding of business issues and the media landscape
• Graduate caliber or similar
• Contacts within the UK national and sector-specific media

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm, or a high-profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that applications outside of these areas will not be accepted.

Blue Legal offers the services of an employment agency for permanent work and an employment business for temporary work.

The Company

An leading national law firm is looking to recruit a PR Executive to join their UK team. The role involves shaping and delivering targeted PR and communications programs to promote the firm’s legal services across various sectors. The successful candidate will report to the PR Manager.

The Responsibilities:

• Writing press releases and building media lists
• Maintaining relationships with key media outlets and securing coverage in national, trade, business, and online media
• Identifying emerging business issues and working with lawyers to develop angles
• Creating social media content and articles for the website and intranet
• Supporting campaign delivery with written, audio, and visual content
• Providing executive support to the wider marketing and communications team

The Candidate:

• At least two years of B2B communications and campaign experience
• Understanding of the full marketing communications mix
• Excellent interpersonal skills and good judgment
• Ability to build rapport across different levels of seniority
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Once you have sent your CV, feel free to call on 0207 118 3003.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm, or a high-profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that applications outside of these areas will not be accepted. Blue Legal offers the services of an employment agency for permanent work and an employment business for temporary work.

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