Senior Media Relations Manager

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Media Relations Manager to lead our client's media outreach from Randburg, Gauteng. The role entails developing and executing comprehensive media relations strategies, building strong relationships with journalists and influencers, and shaping the company’s public profile.

You will craft press materials, pitch stories, manage media interactions, and navigate crises with poise.

Qualifications

• Develop and implement media relations strategies.
• Build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Craft press materials and pitch stories.
• Represent the company in media interactions and crisis communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies.
• Build strong relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Craft compelling press materials and pitch stories.
• Represent the company in media interactions and manage crisis communications.

Job description

About the Role

Your client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Media Relations Manager to lead their media outreach efforts from Randburg, Gauteng. This key role will involve developing and executing comprehensive media relations strategies, building strong relationships with journalists and influencers, and managing the company's public profile. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing positive media coverage, a deep understanding of media trends, and exceptional crisis communication skills. You will be responsible for crafting compelling press materials, pitching stories, and representing the company in media interactions. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the narrative of a prominent organization and drive significant brand impact. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment that fosters professional growth. This Hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with essential in-office presence for strategic meetings and team collaboration in our Randburg, Gauteng office. Your expertise will be instrumental in enhancing our client's reputation and achieving strategic communication objectives.