We are excited to be supporting our well-known client in Leeds with the recruitment for a Marketing & PR Assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of different tasks including looking after the social media channels and working closely with the Marketing Executive and wider team to develop and deliver a range of events and projects. This role would suit someone who enjoys being creative with their ideas and a part of a fun and vibrant team in the heart of Leeds.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year experience working in marketing.

The role is a full-time permanent position, based in Leeds City Centre and offers hybrid working.

The role:

• Responsible for external PR activities including press activity and supporting the Marketing Executive with all internal communications.
• Provide support for social media platforms and liaise with external agencies to help direct key project work across a range of social media channels.
• Create and implement inspiring and seamless multichannel campaigns.
• Support with positive influence opinion and behaviour, both internally and externally, through various communication channels, including the company website, social media, press/media and more.
• Responsible for managing the image and reputation of the organisation.
• Write and distribute a variety of PR comms including press releases, brand communications, quotes, comments and award entries.
• Supporting with events and projects

Skills required for the role:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be adaptable, reactive, responsive. Comfortable working at pace in a busy department, working on multiple projects at any one-time.
• Previous influencer marketing experience.
• Copy writing experience.
• Proficient in social media management and content creation.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) e.g. word press.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of media production and communication

Salary - £26,000 - £28,000

Hours - Monday - Friday

Location - Leeds City Centre (Hybrid)

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