PR & Media Coordinator - Press Office

Kia Corp.; Walton-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Employee car scheme

Onsite chef (free lunch)

Private medical care

Private dental care

Pension with employer contribution

Social events/activities

EV charging ports

Job summary

Kia UK is seeking a PR placement to support the Press Fleet, handle media bookings and assist in PR projects across the UK and Europe. You will contribute to press materials, gather content, and support the team to deliver best-in-class service.

The role requires an interest in PR/media, good organisational skills, and a willingness to travel across the country and Europe. A driving licence is required for events and projects at Kia UK.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in PR, Journalism, Media, Communications or a similar subject.
• Strong written communication, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of the Press Fleet, including media bookings and logistics.
• Deliver PR projects and maximise media exposure for Kia UK.
• Contribute to press materials and communications by gathering content.
• Support Head of PR and wider Press Office team to provide first-class service.
• Monitor media coverage and produce reports for Kia UK and Kia Europe.
• Assist planning and delivery of media events and press launches, including travel.
• Build relationships with journalists, agencies and suppliers; respond to media enquiries.
• Assist with reporting, administration and budget tracking to support projects.

Skills

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Organised & proactive

Stakeholder engagement

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Driving licence

Education

PR/Journalism/Media/Communications degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Kia UK is seeking a PR placement to support the Press Fleet, handle media bookings and assist in PR projects across the UK and Europe. You will contribute to press materials, gather content, and support the team to deliver best-in-class service.

The role requires an interest in PR/media, good organisational skills, and a willingness to travel across the country and Europe. A driving licence is required for events and projects at Kia UK.