PR & Marketing Assistant (12 month contract - maternity cover)

Are you a creative, organised, and proactive individual looking to kickstart your career in PR and marketing? We have an exciting opportunity for a PR and Marketing Assistant to join our dynamic Marketing team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

About the Role

As a PR and Marketing Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the Marketing team across all areas, with a focus on our PR strategy. This is a hands-on role involving a variety of tasks such as media relations, content creation, and administrative support, helping to deliver impactful PR campaigns and marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Media Relations Support:

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
• Assist with media outreach by sending press releases and updates.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Content Creation & Editing:

• Draft and proofread content for property features and marketing materials.
• Ensure all content aligns with brand messaging and maintains high standards of accuracy and clarity.

Administrative Support:

• Coordinate with stakeholders to handle property coverage from selection to final output.
• Maintain and update media contact databases for efficient outreach.
• Respond to media and stakeholder inquiries, directing them appropriately.

General Marketing Support:

• Provide administrative assistance to the marketing team, including managing vendor relationships and coordinating with suppliers.
• Support day-to-day marketing operations as required.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a motivated individual with a passion for PR and communications. The ideal candidate will have:

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• A team-oriented mindset and strong interpersonal skills.

Experience:

• At least 1 year in a similar role or relevant work experience (internships included).

Qualifications:

• Degree in PR, Communications, or a related field.

Behaviours:

• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Professional and approachable demeanour.
• A creative thinker with an interest in current media and PR trends.
• Adaptable, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in media relations and marketing operations within a supportive and collaborative environment. It’s perfect for a recent graduate or an entry-level professional eager to make an impact and grow their skills in the PR and marketing industry.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Maternity Cover
• Location: Hybrid. Edinburgh City Centre office location
• Working Hours: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From £23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Sick pay