PR Manager – Cardiff

Location: Wales
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Market Rate
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 31/07/2024

A top performing national professional services firm is seeking an experienced PR Manager to join their Cardiff office. As a PR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s public image, and the delivery of strategic PR campaigns to strengthen the firm’s reputation. You will be responsible for crafting press releases, managing media relations, and utilising digital channels to promote the firm’s services and events. This role is ideal for an experienced PR professional looking to make a significant impact within a leading professional services environment.

The Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the firm’s PR and Communications strategy, through delivery of press releases for targeted media outlets and the firm’s digital platforms.
• Actively seek opportunities for media coverage, including securing interviews, feature stories, and guest articles.
• Maintain a strong network of media contacts, keeping the press database updated.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure PR activities are aligned with broader marketing and communication strategies.
• Use media monitoring tools to track and evaluate the firm’s online reputation and PR effectiveness.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify and leverage PR opportunities.
• Assist the Head of Communications with internal and external corporate communication strategy and materials.

 The Candidate:

• 2-3 years of experience as a PR Manager or in a similar role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships across various business areas.
• In-depth understanding of traditional and digital media platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered.  We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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