Remote Public Relations Lead — Strategy & Media

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Home office stipend

Health/dental/vision insurance

Training & conferences

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Public Relations Manager to lead remote-first communications, strengthening brand image and consistency across channels. You will shape PR strategy, manage media relations, and guide stakeholder engagement from a dispersed team.

The role requires 7+ years in PR or corporate communications, mastery of media monitoring tools, and the ability to drive campaigns end-to-end in a global, virtual environment. Remote work from George, Western Cape or anywhere.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PR/Communications or related field preferred.
• 7+ years in PR, media management or corporate communications.
• Proven end-to-end PR campaign leadership and results.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead integrated PR strategies to elevate brand and manage reputation.
• Cultivate relationships with national and international media.
• Develop press materials, media kits, and executive talking points.
• Oversee social media, drive engagement and respond to online conversations.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior management on communications matters.
• Plan virtual events, product launches and media briefings.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and legal to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Develop crisis communication protocols and timely responses.

Skills

Media relations

Campaign management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Remote work

Digital communication

Education

Master's degree in PR/Communications

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Social media management platforms

Job description

Placements24 seeks a strategic Public Relations Manager to lead remote-first communications, strengthening brand image and consistency across channels. You will shape PR strategy, manage media relations, and guide stakeholder engagement from a dispersed team.

The role requires 7+ years in PR or corporate communications, mastery of media monitoring tools, and the ability to drive campaigns end-to-end in a global, virtual environment. Remote work from George, Western Cape or anywhere.