pr writer

RecruitFirst Pte Ltd; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Malaysia is seeking a PR and Communications professional to craft press releases and media pitches, develop industry articles, and handle sensitive messaging. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in PR or related fields, particularly in technology or fintech. Strong writing skills and media savvy are essential. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and legal teams, ensuring all communications are accurate and aligned with company strategy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in PR, corporate communications, or journalism focused on technology.
• Experience in blockchain/Web3 or institutional tech is a strong plus.
• Ability to adapt tone for different audiences and ensure messaging accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit press releases, media alerts, and quote packages.
• Draft targeted media and analyst pitches for PR outreach.
• Develop bylined articles and op-eds for industry publications.
• Create and maintain messaging documents and Q&As.
• Support preparation of holding statements for crisis situations.
• Collaborate with leadership and legal to ensure alignment in PR content.

Skills

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Media savvy

Ability to synthesize technical and business information

High attention to accuracy

Understanding of news dynamics

Job description

What requirements you'll need to be eligible

• Experience: 3+ years in PR, corporate communications, or journalism with a focus on technology, fintech, or financial services. Experience in blockchain/Web3 or institutional tech is a strong plus.
• Writing: Exceptional writing and editing skills; ability to adapt tone for press, analysts, investors, and enterprises; strong headline and angle development.
• Media Savvy: Understanding of what makes news; experience working with journalists and tight deadlines.
• Research: Ability to quickly synthesise technical and business information into clear, newsworthy narratives.
• Detail: High attention to accuracy, fact-checking, and consistency with legal and compliance.

What you'll be doing on the job

• Press & Announcements: Write and edit press releases, media alerts, and quote packages for product launches, partnerships, funding, regulatory progress, and thought leadership.
• Pitches & Outreach: Draft targeted media and analyst pitches; support PR team with story angles and fact sheets for key journalists and outlets.
• Bylined & Long-Form: Develop bylined articles, op-eds, and contributed pieces for industry publications; align with TEIZA’s positioning and key messages.
• Narrative Assets: Create and maintain messaging documents, Q&As, boilerplates, and backgrounders for spokespeople and external partners.
• Crisis & Sensitivity: Support preparation of holding statements and reactive messaging when needed; ensure accuracy and consistency under time pressure.
• Collaboration: Work with leadership, BD, marketing, and legal to align PR content with strategy and compliance.

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