Remote Public Relations Lead — Global Campaigns & Media

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary with performanceBon

Continuous learning and development

Exposure to diverse clients andIndustr

Supportive virtual team environment

Generous annual leave

Wellness stipends

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Public Relations Manager to lead strategic campaigns for a diverse client base from a remote-first environment in South Africa. You will manage client portfolios, craft strategic communications plans, and nurture strong media relationships to enhance brand reputation and thought leadership.

This role demands at least 6 years in PR or corporate communications, exceptional written and spoken English, and the ability to work autonomously with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive PR or corporate communications experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client accounts and projects.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African media landscape and global media trends.
• Remote-friendly with strong self-motivation and organization.
• Experience with PR software and media monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic PR plans for diverse clients.
• Build relationships with media, journalists, influencers, and stakeholders across national and international platforms.
• Create compelling press releases, media kits, speeches, and social media copy.
• Identify and leverage media opportunities to secure coverage and amplify messages.
• Manage client communications and provide strategic counsel on branding.
• Oversee media monitoring, sentiment analysis, and reporting.
• Lead crisis communication efforts and response strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing, digital, and creative teams for integrated campaigns.
• Mentor junior team members in a remote setting.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal comms

Remote work capability

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism/Marketing or related field

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Collaborative platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Public Relations Manager to lead strategic campaigns for a diverse client base from a remote-first environment in South Africa. You will manage client portfolios, craft strategic communications plans, and nurture strong media relationships to enhance brand reputation and thought leadership.

This role demands at least 6 years in PR or corporate communications, exceptional written and spoken English, and the ability to work autonomously with cross-functional teams