Public Relations Executive

Ryder Reid Legal; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal in London is seeking an External Communications Specialist to elevate the firm's external profile across the UK, Europe and Asia. You will drive media engagement, craft compelling content, and secure high-profile press coverage while advising senior stakeholders.

This hybrid role offers exposure to a prestigious international environment and the opportunity to shape communications strategy across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in PR, media relations, or corporate communications.
• Proven track record of securing media coverage and building journalist relationships.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and supporting media activity.
• Background in professional services, legal, financial services, or PR agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive media engagement and secure high-profile press coverage.
• Develop compelling external content and messaging for multiple markets.
• Support strategic communications initiatives across the UK, Europe and Asia.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and partners to elevate the firm's reputation.

Skills

Media relations

Writing

Stakeholder advisory

Content development

PR strategy

Job description

? New Opportunity: External Communications Specialist ?

London | Hybrid Working | International Law Firm

Are you a PR and communications professional looking to elevate your career within a prestigious international environment?

We are partnering with a leading global law firm to recruit an External Communications Specialist to join its high-performing communications team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping and enhancing the firm's external profile across the UK, Europe, and Asia.

In this role, you will work closely with senior stakeholders and partners to drive media engagement, develop compelling content, secure high-profile press coverage, and support strategic communications initiatives across multiple markets.

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• 3-5 years' experience in PR, media relations, or corporate communications


• A proven track record of securing media coverage and building strong journalist relationships


• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills


• Experience advising senior stakeholders and supporting media activity


• A background within professional services, legal, financial services, or a PR agency environment

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation, gain exposure to senior leadership, and make a tangible impact on the firm's reputation and market presence.