PR Assistant

Role

• Integrated Communications Learning: Exhibit a relentless interest in soaking up the ins and outs of the industry. You will learn how talent integration, media relations, social media, and brand strategy work together to drive a cohesive campaign.
• Media Research and List Management: Own the lists. Build and maintain meticulous media databases across various verticals to ensure the team always reaches the right audiences.
• Cultural and News Intelligence: Act as the team’s radar. Monitor news cycles to flag breaking stories, competitor updates, and pop‑culture moments that offer opportunities for client engagement.
• Administrative Foundation: Support the health of various accounts by managing the administrative essentials: developing agendas, meeting recaps, activity reports, and budget trackers.
• Logistical Support: Provide critical support for client meetings and events, including scheduling, RSVP management, and occasional on‑site staffing for activations and press moments.
• Professional Ambassadorship: Serve as the first point of contact for guests and vendors, managing light office duties such as preparing conference rooms and greeting visitors with a professional, courteous, and inclusive demeanor.
• Relationship Driven: Lead by example in how you treat co‑workers, partners, and the media—prioritising trust, integrity, and discretion in every interaction.

Who You Are

• The Emerging Professional: Roughly 1 year of experience in communications, entertainment, or PR. Ready to exhibit the behaviours of a successful professional in a high‑stakes environment.
• High EQ: Demonstrate emotional maturity and high EQ, read the room, maintain a calm demeanour in fast‑moving situations, and communicate effectively with senior staff and guests.
• A Strong Writer: Fast, persuasive, and detail‑oriented. Translate complex notes into concise, client‑ready recaps or creative pitches.
• Entrepreneurial and Curious: Possess an innate curiosity and a proactive attitude. Love brainstorming and constantly seek ways to improve processes or strategy.
• Exceptionally Organised: Manage multiple administrative and PR tasks simultaneously without letting a single detail slip.
• Driven to Over‑Deliver: Take genuine pride in your work and are willing to work select evenings or weekends when clients need quick action.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans; pension; annual merit‑based bonuses; annual leave; flexible work schedule; Work from Anywhere program; Summer Fridays; Wellness Days; a 4‑week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries.
• Additional perks include collaborative workspaces, rooftop areas, team celebrations, networking opportunities, and frequent learning opportunities throughout the year.

SSM&L is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and ability. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.