Senior PR Executive

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Collaborative virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior PR Executive to lead public relations initiatives for a remote-first team. The role focuses on developing strategic campaigns, managing media relations, and ensuring consistent brand messaging across channels. You will collaborate with a distributed team from Benoni and beyond.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in PR, excellent writing and editing skills, and a strong media network. This remote position offers flexibility and a dynamic, supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public relations with a proven track record.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong media relations experience and a network of contacts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated PR strategies and campaigns to achieve business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media, industry analysts, and influencers.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, articles, speeches, and other PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews for company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Support the development and execution of crisis communication plans.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Interpersonal communication

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Digital communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations or related field

Tools

PR software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior PR Executive to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in developing and executing strategic public relations campaigns that elevate the company's brand and reputation. You will manage media relations, craft compelling narratives, and ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication channels. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned PR professional looking to leverage their expertise in a flexible, remote-first environment, driving impactful communication strategies and collaborating effectively with a distributed team from Benoni and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated PR strategies and campaigns to achieve business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media, industry analysts, and influencers.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, articles, speeches, and other PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews for company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Support the development and execution of crisis communication plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public relations, with a proven track record of success.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong media relations experience and a network of contacts is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with PR software and a solid understanding of digital communication strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.