ABOUT THE ROLE
The PR Executive is a crucial role within the PR team, providing support to the senior team across a range of activities including logistics management, reporting, client liaison, media and influencer liaison, supplier sourcing and negotiation, and beyond. The role is multifaceted, including both behind- the-scenes and public-facing aspects, and requires a confident personality, with a strong sense of proactivity and personal responsibility.
Strong relationships with regional media and influencers, and an in-depth understanding of the regional media landscape are key. An awareness of the global Fashion and/or Beauty industries is ideal, in order to provide services and advice with an understanding of the global context for Faux’s portfolio of brands.
While previous agency experience is beneficial and valued in this role, it is vital that the candidate be an effective fit in terms of having a professional disposition, a proactive approach, and a determination to achieve great results.
RESPONSIBILITIES
– Liaise on a daily basis with clients and the media and other third parties in order to execute client strategies.
– Build and maintain relationships with regional press, influencers and VIPs
– Assist the showroom and admin team in the monitoring of media for client coverage and to identify opportunities for pitching.
– Support the PR Manager in the representation of their client list, including:
o Generation and upkeep of client press kits for the accurate and appealing representation of brands to press
o Research, create and distribute press releases to targeted media in line with the overarching strategy for clients
o Generation of positive news coverage for the clients, meeting monthly and seasonal KPIs, with a view to constantly over-delivering on client expectations
o Schedule interviews, features, and/or public appearances for clients as required
o Support with monthly report compilation and distribution both internally, and externally
o Attend regular client meetings or calls, compiling and sharing meeting notes and action points.
– Project management of client and agency events on a seasonal basis, including venue sourcing, supplier sourcing and negotiation, guest list management and on-the-ground hosting.
– Assistance in the planning and management of client campaigns and editorial shoots,
– Ability and willingness to work in a flexible professional environment
QUALIFICATIONS
– A degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or similar fields
– Appetite and curiosity for the Fashion & Beauty industries
– Excellent command on Microsoft 365
– Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
– Ability to multitask and work on a variety of projects simultaneously
– Employing creative approaches to engaging with new and existing audiences
– A proactive approach and an outgoing personality.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Faux values team well-being and offers a highly competitive package of employee benefits, including flexible working structures and other incentives.