PR Writer at Publicis Groupe

Overview

• We are on the lookout for a highly motivated PR writer to join team (on a hybrid basis). The ideal candidate is a writer (and editor) at heart, with a love for crafting compelling and informative content and editorial.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the creation of PR content on behalf of a top-tier client. Telecoms experience is essential.
• The ideal candidate is well-rounded enough to adapt their writing style to suit the communications strategies and styles of both B2B and consumer brands.
• If you consider yourself to be a specialist generalist – or someone who aspires to become one, then keep reading.  

Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop research and write content (mostly press releases and thought leadershiparticles) that hits the mark in terms of client brief and media expectations
• Work with client management teams to develop content calendars, ideas and topics
• Run our daily Newsdesk meetings and help in sourcing and identifying news angles for clients in line with our “always-on” approach to PR
• Assist the head of content with generating ideas for social media content and run with theprocess from ideation to content creation
• Attend client-facing briefings and spokesperson interviews as required
• Assist with the editing and proofreading of case studies and other content for the MSL website
• Write thought leadership content purposed towards promoting MSL’s expertise and values
• Serve as support for client management teams and step in above and beyond your expectedduties to fill gaps and help teams during busy periods

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in English Studies/Journalism/Copywriting or related field
• 4 years working experience as a content writer or in a similar role
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc.)
• Knowledge of how to use Canva is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of SEO content writing is advantageous
• Strong organisational, administrative and time management skills
• Knowledge of and experience with social media marketing is advantageous
• Wordpress or similar CMS experience is advantageous

Additional information

• Is willing and eager to grow and improve
• Has a natural curiosity for learning new skills
• Is ready to be the head of content’s right-hand person
• Conducts yourself with empathy and respect
• Wants to build a successful and flourishing career in content