The role
We have a super exciting opportunity to join our PR & Marketing team as a Press Assistant. The PR team is the communication hub of our brand. In this role you will support the team in maximizing the brands exposure, securing strong coverage across editorials, product placements, news and digital. You will manage samples, support with events and remain up to date on UK media outlets, print and digital.
This is a hands-on role and requires someone with a can do attitude. You will be passionate about what you do and will be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the fashion industry. You’ll have a natural flair for building relationships with key influencers and media outlets.
About the team
In this role you will be based at our iconic East London Studios and will report into the Head of PR & Marketing.
What you’ll be doing (key responsibilities)
1. Help to secure print and digital coverage for womenswear, menswear and accessories collections through press requests
2. Help manage sample trafficking and coordinating samples for editorial requests
3. Manage samples and all storage spaces
4. Good pitching skills
5. Help with media mail outs and news blasts
6. Help organise monthly coverage reports, keep internal Google + updated with all relevant PR news
7. Proactively work with the collections and celebrity placements to pitch focus products and generate product and news stories placements keeping UK media engaged with the brand
8. Follow industry trends and movements to keep the brand on target and relevant within the UK market
9. Help organise seasonal press days and other PR brand events
10. Collate and keep a record of all press coverage
11. Liaise with internal departments and international offices on a daily basis
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS)
12. Internship experience with press relations and interacting with online platforms / communities
13. Proven experience of working with PR and social media strategies
14. Excellent English writing skills
15. A fantastic storyteller & great brand ambassador
16. Excellent project running skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines
17. Enthusiastic team player who can work proactively to secure coverage and increase brand visibility
18. Ideally a network of blogger relationships, fashion assistants and stylists
19. A confident, proactive, can do attitude. Happy to get involved no matter the task with a positive stance
20. A true collaborator, with the ability to get involved in tasks at all levels
21. Ambitious, with lots of motivation and always looking for ways to improve
About the location
Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty.. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.
What we stand for
The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers
One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas
We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind
We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future
Benefits
22. A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
23. We are a disability committed certified employer
24. Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
25. 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
26. Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
27. Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
28. UNUM employee assistance helpline
29. Life assurance cover
30. Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
31. Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm
32. Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
33. Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adoption, menopause)
34. Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
35. Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
36. Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!
#WeAreAllSaints
Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.
We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.
Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.
If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.
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