Remote PR & Communications Leader | Brand & Media Strategy

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary + bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development budget

Home office stipend

Team retreats

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Public Relations and Communications Lead to shape and execute a comprehensive PR strategy from a fully remote setting. You will drive brand visibility, manage media relations, and craft compelling narratives across markets.

This remote leadership role requires excellent writing, crisis management, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. You will collaborate with marketing and executives, oversee external agencies, and measure impact to elevate the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, Communications, Journalism, Marketing; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7–9 years of experience in PR, corporate communications, or media relations; strong strategy experience.
• Proven success in securing media coverage and managing brand reputation.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Strong network of media contacts in relevant industries.
• Crisis communication experience and calm under pressure.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR and communications strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Craft press releases, advisories, speeches, articles, and other materials.
• Manage media inquiries and proactively pitch stories to media.
• Oversee digital channels and PR-driven content strategy.

Skills

Public relations

Communications strategy

Media relations

Crisis communications

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Public Relations and Communications Lead to shape and execute a comprehensive PR strategy from a fully remote setting. You will drive brand visibility, manage media relations, and craft compelling narratives across markets.

This remote leadership role requires excellent writing, crisis management, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. You will collaborate with marketing and executives, oversee external agencies, and measure impact to elevate the