Marketing and Public Relations (PR) officer in Peterborough

Marketing and Public Relations Officer

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Role Overview

As a marketing and PR officer you will be responsible for communicating key messages and promoting a positive image of the company. Day‑to‑day duties include writing press releases, liaising with local and national press, and coordinating messaging on websites, social media and in print.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out PR campaigns and strategies
• Monitoring public and media opinion of the company
• Writing and editing press releases, leaflets, brochures, speeches, newsletters, website and social media content
• Utilising all forms of media to build, maintain and manage the portrayal of the business
• Representing the company at events
• Acting as a spokesperson for the company’s brand
• Training employees on handling media enquiries and press interviews
• Developing good working relationships with the media and liaising with press on news stories
• Writing and editing in‑house magazines, case studies and annual reports
• Managing and updating client’s social media posts
• Devising and coordinating photo opportunities
• Managing, arranging and overseeing events
• Monitoring publicity and press coverage
• Commissioning market research
• Coordinating paid and unpaid advertising

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Undergraduate degree in English, marketing and communications, public relations, advertising, business and management, psychology, or a construction or IT‑related subject
• College or training provider course in marketing, public relations, business studies or psychology
• Professional qualifications from CIPR, CIM or CAM
• Apprenticeship as a marketing assistant or administrator in a construction company
• 4–5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A*‑to‑C) and A‑levels, or equivalent, for higher or degree apprenticeships
• 2–3 A‑levels, or equivalent, for a degree, or a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course

Experience

• Work experience in marketing or PR – internships, volunteer work, writing for student publications, or social media promotion of local charities
• Relevant office experience in a construction site may be required
• Ability to provide references or a portfolio of work

Skills

• Knowledge of media production and communication
• Excellent grasp of the English language
• Attention to detail
• Persistence and determination
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Capacity to accept criticism and handle pressure
• Initiative and problem‑solving ability
• Sales orientation
• Computer literacy

Potential Salary

• £25,000 for newly trained PR officers
• Up to £45,000 for experienced PR officers (salary depends on location, employer, level of responsibility and any overtime)

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Internship

Job Function

Marketing and Sales

Industry

Construction