Senior PR Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Generous annual leave

Career advancement

Cape Town office culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a seasoned Senior PR Specialist to develop and execute strategic public relations plans, enhancing the company’s brand reputation and media presence. You will work with internal stakeholders and external partners to craft compelling narratives and manage media communications.

If you are passionate about storytelling, adept at building relationships, this is an ideal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field.
• At least 4 years of hands-on PR or corporate communications experience.
• Proven track record of securing media coverage and managing PR campaigns.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong knowledge of media relations, social media and digital communications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns across various media channels.
• Manage relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and industry influencers in Cape Town.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, articles, speeches, and social media content.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and report on campaign effectiveness.
• Assist in developing and implementing crisis communication plans as needed.
• Collaborate with marketing and other departments to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Writing & editing

Strategic communications

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior PR Specialist to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This role involves developing and executing strategic public relations plans to enhance the company's brand reputation and media presence. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to craft compelling narratives and manage all aspects of media communications. If you are passionate about storytelling, adept at building relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is an ideal opportunity to contribute to a leading organization in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns across various media channels.
• Manage relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and industry influencers in Cape Town.
• Write and edit high-quality press releases, articles, speeches, and social media content.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and report on campaign effectiveness.
• Assist in developing and implementing crisis communication plans as needed.
• Collaborate with marketing and other departments to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of hands‑on experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Demonstrated success in securing media coverage and managing PR campaigns.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, social media, and digital communications.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• A dynamic and collaborative office culture in beautiful Cape Town.