Graduate PR Account Executive

This entry-level opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to kickstart their careers in the wonderful world of Public Relations. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join a growing PR agency located in Brighton. Led by a team of comms experts, they thrive to help social enterprises and charities drive impactful campaigns.
Graduate PR Account Executive (6 months contract, Salary: Circa £23,400 per annum pro rata, Location: Brighton)
**Potential to grow to a permanent full-time position**
The successful candidate will be an exceptional writer, proficient in social media, and have a deep interest in the media, communications, and charity/social purpose sectors.
Here's what you'll be doing:

• Assisting the director in implementing integrated PR campaigns
• Drafting press releases and crafting pitches for news, features, and lifestyle media
• Liaising with clients, journalists, associates, and suppliers.
• Monitoring media coverage, creating coverage lists, and generating reports
• Creating and maintaining media lists, staying updated on industry changes, including new roles and media platforms
• Monitoring and scanning daily news and journalist requests
• Managing and growing the agency’s social media channels, including creating engaging content, templates, blogs, and articles
• Updating and maintaining the company’s website
• Performing various administrative duties

About you:

• A degree (preferably in public relations, communications, or journalism)
• Some experience in a business setting (PR, communications, or relevant experience such as managing a student society is highly valued)
• Strong writing skills and fluent communication abilities
• Good organizational skills, including email management and reporting
• Knowledge of copywriting and editing
• Understanding of social media platforms, including X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook
• An interest in the charity and social purpose sector
• Basic design skills, with experience in creating templates using Canva or similar tools
• A willingness to learn and a genuine interest in current affairs
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong research and analytical skills
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines
• Basic budget management skills

Here are the benefits of the job:

• Salary circa £23,400 per annum pro rata
• Starting on a minimum of 3 days a week
• High potential to grow to a full-time permanent opportunity
• Flexible working environment, working ideally two days a month at Brighton office

Work permission:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
If you are eager to make a meaningful impact through innovative PR and communications strategies, and are ready to grow in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be a part of a growing team!