Public Relations Account Executive

4 weeks ago

UK, UK, United Kingdom Performance Communications Full time

Who we are


UK’s leading specialists in Automotive, Technology & Sports Brand Communications, we’re a team of 60 creative comms experts, split across our London and Dubai offices, committed to telling impactful brand stories that matter.


Whether brainstorming a big integrated campaign idea, unlocking broadcast media opportunities, telling stories creatively on social media channels or helping to unlock new business, no two days are the same.


We are based in Kingston upon Thames and operate a hybrid set up, 3 days a week in the office, 2 at home. Please consider your commute before applying.




What we’re looking for


If you’re passionate about comms, love to be creative, have the ability to inspire those around you, and want to have the opportunity to help tell the stories of some big name car brands, this could be the role for you


The AE role is the central point of support across our automotive team at Performance. The individual is expected to help maintain systems and processes to support the team in working efficiently, juggling the unique requirements of our varied clients.

This is a core role within an exciting team, which includes a range of clients across the automotive sector, with a focus on consumer brands and global car manufacturers. The right candidate will be passionate and well-informed about technology, mobility and will be well-read with a good working knowledge of current affairs.


We have several exciting new roles for eager account / senior account executives to join our award-winning creative comms agency.

You'll get the chance to work with globally renowned two and four-wheel brands, bringing their stories to life in vibrant and compelling ways.



Key Qualities We Value:


· A Passion for automotive Excellence: Whether it's the roar of a car engine or the sleek design of a bike, your enthusiasm for the automotive world will be at the heart of your work.

· Content creation talent: You have a flair for crafting engaging content. Your skills in both writing and visual storytelling will help shape the narratives of big-name brands.

· Social media native: whether you use social media for work or personally, you understand and enjoy using the various channels available

· Experience in communications: Ideally with 6-12 months of experience in any communications sector, you understand the basics and are ready to take your skills to the next level.

· Team Spirit: Collaboration is key in our agency. You're a team player who thrives in a dynamic group setting and is always ready to lend a hand.

· Eagerness to Learn: The world of communications is constantly evolving, and so are we. You're keen on expanding your skills and growing alongside our team.





What you’ll be doing


  • Press release writing
  • Media relations
  • Help manage social media channels – community & content
  • Assist in distribution of press releases, imagery, videos and other story-telling assets to the media
  • Support on content creation and creative ideation
  • Proactive eye for suggesting and managing media opportunities
  • With your line manager be the day-to-day contact for clients and media
  • Research and gather information to support the creation of creative ideas, features and release content
  • Oversee reporting and status updates for clients
  • Plan, organise and prioritise workloads
  • Logistical support e.g. attend and help plan events - recces, photo or video shoots
  • Stay on top of sector trends, competitor activities & campaigns and share insights across the team
  • Act as solid and reliable support to your line manager



What you’ll need (required skills)


  • PR or social media experience/ understanding
  • Excellent copywriting skills
  • Skilled at using all key social media channels
  • Motivated and committed with a team player attitude
  • Holds high personal standards
  • An attention for detail and deadlines
  • Enjoys creative challenges
  • A self-starter who conducts themselves in a professional manner
  • Ability to work in a fluid and fast-paced environment
  • Good communicator who can upwards manage as well as prioritise their own work
  • A desire to learn and grow in this industry




Some of the benefits we offer


We don’t just look at what you can bring to us. We look at what we can bring to you. Whether that be through internal or external training to help you develop, or programmes and initiatives to support your wellbeing through our wellbeing strategy, Thrive, your development and wellbeing is important to us.

Listed below are some of the benefits we currently offer, we say currently because we are always evolving them via employee feedback obtained through our regular staff survey:


Company-wide wellbeing programme (Thrive) includes:

  • £250 wellbeing allowance
  • Employee Assistance Programme, which offers access to therapy, guidance around diet, gym, meditation and career coaching as well as discounts on high street chains
  • Personal, Team & Company Social allowances
  • Flexible working (split between home & office)
  • Monthly internal training sessions
  • Private Healthcare
  • Walks and runs by the beautiful River Thames
  • Social activities (Summer / Christmas parties (and some in-between))
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • 25 days holiday + 2x half day flexi-days
  • 4.30pm finish on Fridays

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