Remote PR Leader - Brand & Media Relations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,322,000 - 1,983,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Health coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Public Relations Manager to lead a remote communications team and safeguard the company's global reputation across digital and traditional media. You will develop and execute innovative PR strategies, manage media relationships, and drive campaigns while coordinating with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging in a fully remote environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of PR experience, strong communication skills, and proven ability to lead remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in public relations with a proven track record.
• Expertise in media relations and crisis management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including public speaking.
• Experience managing remote teams is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic PR plans to achieve company objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Oversee press releases, media kits, and PR materials.
• Manage crisis communications with timely responses to sensitive issues.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends; provide analysis and recommendations.
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis management

Public speaking

Communication skills

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Marketing or related field

Tools

PR software

Social media management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Public Relations Manager to lead a remote communications team and safeguard the company's global reputation across digital and traditional media. You will develop and execute innovative PR strategies, manage media relationships, and drive campaigns while coordinating with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging in a fully remote environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of PR experience, strong communication skills, and proven ability to lead remote