PR & Communications Assistant - Plymouth - Devon £30-35k - Marketing, Advertising and PR Ref: 289 Date Posted: Monday 04 Jul 2022 Share The Job Our client is seeking a PR & Communications Assistant to support our external communications activity. Editing and writing materials including press releases, web news content and social media posts, you will be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail and the ability to turn complex information into concise and engaging copy. Key tasks: Drafting and distributing communication materials (e.g. press releases, web news and social media content) Responding to requests from journalists Monitoring for media coverage Responding to emails and inquiries, and performing other administrative tasks Managing calendars and media lists Proofreading and copy editing (e.g. brochures, papers and reports) Assisting with the coordination of filming and photoshoot opportunities The Person Educated to degree level Demonstrable experience in communications, public relations, or a similar field Excellent copywriting and editing skills Experience with social media platforms Strong communication, teamwork, and presentation skills Good computer skills, ideally including Adobe Creative Suite Experience with video production and editing (desirable but not essential) Good organizational and time-management skills Attention to detail Salary & Benefits Salary £30,000 - £35,000 DOE 30 days holiday per year, plus 2.5 privilege days Free car parking (although their location is excellent for public transport links) Flexible working hours scheme Company Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contributions Life assurance Confidential financial advice Sports & Social club Cycle to work scheme Merit Promotion / Individual Merit Award schemes Incremental pay awards (for scientific staff) Bonus scheme Welfare services 24/7 employee assistance helpline Staff development – identified through the Performance and Development Review (PDR) process Initially a 6 month fixed term appointment with the possibility to extend the right candidate. This is a full time position, although part time working could be considered.