PR Assistant

About the Role

Join the Marketing and Business Development team at Trowers & Hamlins in Manchester as a PR Assistant. This role offers a dynamic chance to enhance the firm's visibility through media relations, content development, and social media engagement within a vibrant professional services setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the firm's public relations strategy and business development initiatives.
• Create press releases, media briefings, and a variety of communication materials.
• Spot newsworthy angles and develop compelling story concepts.
• Establish and maintain connections with journalists and participate in media outreach efforts.
• Track media coverage and provide reports to the team.
• Support updates for the firm's website, manage social media activities, and promote podcasts.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams on various PR and communications projects.

Candidate Profile

• Possesses 2 to 3 years of experience in public relations, communications, or a related discipline.
• Exhibits strong writing abilities and a creative communication style.
• Comfortable forming and nurturing relationships with both internal stakeholders and external media contacts.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and the capacity to handle multiple deadlines efficiently.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and proactively.
• Familiar with social media platforms and digital content creation techniques.
• Experience in professional services or relevant PR qualifications is considered a plus.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program.
• Generous pension plan through Aviva (Group Personal Pension Scheme).
• Private medical insurance provided by Vitality Health, which includes perks such as discounted gym memberships, complimentary cinema tickets, comprehensive health assessments, and additional wellness benefits.

Equal Opportunities and Additional Information

Trowers & Hamlins champions equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring all candidates are assessed on merit without discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, gender identity (including trans and non-binary individuals), race, disability, religion, or sexual orientation.

Applicants requiring accommodations or support during the hiring process or post-offer stage are encouraged to contact the recruitment team for assistance.

Employment screening involving personal information verification, education and employment history checks, professional qualifications, credit and criminal background reviews are part of the recruitment process, in line with company policy.