Press Office Executive

Jet2.com Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company based in Leeds is seeking a Press Office Executive to manage media relations and develop PR campaigns. The successful candidate will write press materials and manage press events, working closely with various teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in PR or Communications and some experience in media. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and access to various employee benefits, making it an excellent opportunity to grow in the PR field.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Annual pay reviews

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in writing for PR/media/journalism.
• Keen interest in responding to the news agenda.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver proactive events and news stories.
• Research and write press releases for the Jet2 news page.
• Manage press flights and press trips.
• Spot news stories and generate great content.

Skills

Writing for PR/media/journalism

Organisational skills

Project management

Interest in news

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in PR/Communications

Job description

Reporting to the Press Office Manager, the Press Office Executive will be responsible for helping to drive and protect Jet2's external reputation with media/press.

The job holder will help to drive brand awareness across national, regional, trade, and broadcast media, and will play a role in drafting press materials and supporting with media relations. The successful candidate will also play a role in protecting the brand.

The Press Office Executive will help develop and execute PR campaigns to keep Jet2 front of mind with media, and will support the Press Office with a range of general press office/media relations duties. The successful candidate will ideally have studied PR/Communications to degree level and have some first‑hand experience of how a busy press office and the media works.

As our Press Office Executive, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• Hybrid working (we’re in the office 2 days per week)
• Annual pay reviews
• 26 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

What you’ll be doing:

• Helping manage and deliver a calendar of proactive events and news stories to keep Jet2 front of mind with customers and journalists.
• Researching and writing press releases, as well as news copy for the Jet2 news page.
• Managing a busy programme of press flights and press trips.
• Working with people at all levels and location/regions within the business to spot news stories and generate great news content.
• Working with, and managing, our PR agencies to ensure effective delivery of plans within agreed budgets.
• Working with our media monitoring agency to ensure that all media coverage is monitored, evaluated and reported to senior stakeholders properly.
• Drafting and writing statements in response to media enquiries on a wide range of issues.
• You will report into the Press Office Manager and will also be expected to maintain great working relationships with people at all levels.

What you’ll have:

• Experience in writing for PR/media/journalism.
• Keen interest in news and responding to the news agenda.
• Ability to work with people at all levels, either in-house or a PR agency.
• Strong organisational, planning and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and work under pressure.
• Experience of developing and delivering events.
• Proactive, can‑do attitude and happy working as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK, and abroad.

Join us as we redefine travel experiences and create memories for millions of passengers. At Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, your potential has no limits. Apply today and let your career take flight!

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