PR Specialist - Crawley Job details Location: Hybrid - VHQ, Crawley Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday On Call (1 weekend in 4) Contract: 12 month fixed term contract Salary: Competitive Closing Date: 28th July 2025 In a nutshell At Virgin Atlantic, we believe everyone has the power to take on the world. With a bold vision to become the most loved travel company, we're embracing innovation, challenging the status quo, and championing a culture where people truly come first. As we write the next chapter of our iconic brand story, we're looking for a creative, commercially-minded PR Specialist to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about creating news and shaping reputations, telling unforgettable stories, and managing crisis communications under pressure, we want to hear from you. Day to day Develop and deliver compelling consumer and corporate stories across all PR channels. Collaborate across marketing, social, and internal communications to deliver integrated campaigns. Create strong written content including press releases, thought leadership pieces, and media statements. Support crisis communication efforts, working closely with senior leadership and our Crisis Communications team. Act as a trusted advisor to the business on sensitive issues and potential risks to reputation. Support the press office with out of hours on-call responsibilities and urgent media responses. Build relationships with key external stakeholders to enhance preparedness and crisis response capabilities. Host media FAM trips and represent the brand in direct press engagement. Support media training initiatives to prepare leaders for crisis scenarios. Track and report on PR and campaign effectiveness, including crisis response outcomes. About you We're seeking someone who combines strategic thinking with flawless execution. Degree-educated Proven experience in PR and communications, preferably in-house. Experience in crisis communication, with a track record of managing sensitive or high-stakes situations. Outstanding writing and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information quickly. An excellent project manager who thrives under pressure and works calmly in time-sensitive environments. A confident communicator with strong networks and a collaborative mindset. Be yourself - Our differences make us stronger Our customers come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Virgin Atlantic, we believe everyone can take on the world - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique by upholding an inclusive environment in which we can all thrive. So that everyone at Virgin Atlantic can be themselves and know they belong. To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team, (recruitment@fly.virgin.com) feeling confident that we've got your individual considerations covered. Our recipe for leadership At Virgin Atlantic, our leaders empower teams to thrive through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Explore our Leadership Recipe and discover the 20 core ingredients that define what it means to lead with us, driving our mission to be the most loved travel company and achieve sustainable profit. Want to learn more? Click here