PR & Communications Assistant (up to £28,000)
Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.
Were the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. Were here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.
Whether its the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation we help bring our audiences joy!
About The Role
As PR & Communications Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting Immediates communications team, across our consumer PR, corporate and internal comms functions. Working closely with the Director of Comms and PR Brand Manager, youll help raise the profile of Immediates market-leading brands and editorial talent through newsworthy editorial content, creative storytelling, and multi-channel PR campaigns. In addition to this, youll also work with the Comms teams Content Producer and Internal Comms Manager to create and distribute relevant content internally and externally, including helping maintain and update Immediates social channels, intranet and corporate website.
This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive, organised, and creative communicator looking to build a career in PR and communications.
As a PR & Communications Assistant, you will;
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists, content-creators, podcast hosts, and event organisers to secure coverage and opportunities for Immediates brands and key editorial spokes people.
- Respond to press enquiries and support media outreach.
- As part of the Consumer PR team, working with editorial teams to identify newsworthy content, data insights, and topical hooks for PR.
- Assist in drafting press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, and social media content to support Consumer PR and Corporate communications activity.
- Support the planning and execution of creative PR campaigns, including brand activations, events, and digital-first initiatives.
- Help organise and deliver PR events and activations.
- Create and upload content for the companys intranet and corporate website.
- Update and maintain Immediates social media channels, generating new ideas for content.
- Track media coverage, compile reports, and evaluate campaign performance against KPIs.
- Maintain databases and media monitoring tools.
- Work closely with marketing, social, and talent teams to ensure PR activity is aligned with broader brand goals.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of the UK media landscape and what makes a good news story.
- Excellent writing skills and a flair for storytelling and creating innovative campaign ideas across multiple formats.
- An excellent eye for detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, confident in building strong working networks across the business and with external partners and agencies.
- Comfortable working across digital platforms, and exploring non-traditional PR opportunities, including brand activation and partnership across traditional and social media outlets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and social media skills.
- Video and audio content creation experience would be advantageous
- Experience with media monitoring and evaluation tools would be an advantage
Benefits
- A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
- Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
- 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Years which are in addition to your annual entitlement
- Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
- A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development
- Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
- Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
- A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces
At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.
People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. Well never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. Were also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.
Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.
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