PR & Communications Assistant, UK

Responsibilities

• Day to Day
• Assist with the day-to-day management of media enquiries, providing timely, accurate, and effective responses to support positive media relations.
• Provide administrative support to the wider global communications team when required.
• Coordinate press image requests, and media assets.
• Help maintain media contact databases and press distribution lists.
• Support with press previews, photo calls and auction events for the wider categories.
• Support the planning and execution of PR campaigns, media activities, and wider communications initiatives across key business categories, working closely with the PR & Communications Manager, UK, to ensure effective media engagement.
• Attending auctions and events, where appropriate, to facilitate media engagement and secure press coverage.
• Media & Influencer Relations
• Build relationships with key UK media, journalists and digital influencers.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence working with journalists and internal stakeholders.
• Flexible, collaborative approach and willingness to support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Benefits

• 28 days holidays (including Bank Holidays), increasing to 33 with service
• Healthcare and Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan