Job Description
Public Relations Manager (OEM Automotive Sector Experience Mandatory)
Salary: £60,000 = £75,000 + bonus & benefits (DOE)
About the RoleA rapidly growing automotive organisation is seeking an experienced Public Relations Manager to lead its UK communications strategy. This is a newly created role designed for someone who can build PR foundations from the ground up, shape brand perception, and drive high-impact communications across multiple channels.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and international stakeholders to ensure consistent, effective messaging across product, corporate, and brand initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement long-term public relations strategies, including product communication, corporate PR, MarCom activity, and partnership or crossover initiatives.
* Coordinate with global headquarters and provide well-evaluated, localised PR recommendations.
* Collaborate closely with marketing, social media, and KOL/influencer teams on ongoing activity and fully integrated campaigns.
* Work cross-departmentally with product, retail network, aftersales, and operational teams.
* Establish, grow, and maintain strong media relationships across automotive, business, and lifestyle sectors.
* Create and deliver press releases—both independently and in partnership with agencies.
* Lead crisis PR response planning; support the management of major communications incidents when required.
* Plan and execute PR events, media activations, and small-scale corporate engagements.
* Produce post-event reporting, market insights, and performance summaries.
* Contribute strategic opinions on how the brand should be positioned and define the expected scope of this early-stage role.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in marketing, communications, business, automotive engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 7 years’ experience in public relations or communications within the automotive OEM or mobility sector.
* Strong media network and proven ability to maintain long-term press relationships.
* Open-minded, innovative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up style environment.
* Exceptional communication, planning, and execution skills.
* Able to manage high-pressure situations with resilience and strong initiative.
* Experience working with international brands or cross-cultural teams is advantageous.
* Excellent command of English.
Benefits
* Highly competitive salary
* Excellent Career growth opportunities
* 15% Company Bonus
* World class Car Scheme
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