PR Specialist
Location: UK (with occasional UK & EU travel)
My client, a well known brand is recruiting for an enthusiastic and proactive PR Specialist with at least 2 years of experience to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in an always-on press office while contributing to impactful campaigns across consumer lifestyle and FMCG trade media.
You’ll be at the heart of delivering culturally relevant, earned media—spotting trends, crafting compelling stories, and building strong relationships with journalists and influencers.
What You’ll Be Doing
Monitoring daily news and cultural trends to uncover timely PR opportunities
Creating engaging stories from wellbeing insights and category trends, tailored to both consumer and trade audiences
Pitching to journalists across lifestyle, food, FMCG, and trade media
Building and maintaining strong media relationships, especially within trade press
Identifying and managing influencer partnerships, including sampling and event coordination
Collaborating with external PR agencies to deliver day-to-day activity
Supporting integrated campaign planning and execution
Managing multiple PR workstreams with strong organisation and attention to detail
Drafting high-quality content including press releases, pitches, blogs, and briefing documents
Producing polished presentations and reporting on PR performance
Maintaining media lists and coverage tracking
Supporting internal teams with communications and ad-hoc requests What We’re Looking For
2–5 years’ PR experience (agency experience preferred)
A strong editorial instinct and understanding of what makes a story land
Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Experience working with influencers and media contacts
A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Additional Requirements
UK-based with flexibility to travel within the UK and occasionally to Ireland and the Netherlands
Willingness for occasional overnight stays
A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential