We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our expanding team as a Public Relations Manager.
As the UK’s Action Sports Agency we deliver an uncompromising standard of service across Consultancy, PR, Athlete and Event management with our philosophy always to keep brands at the forefront of our thinking, whilst keeping the sports and athletes at the heart of our actions.
Due to recent business wins and successes we are looking to expand our team and require a UK PR Manager to join the company who will be responsible for the creation, development and execution of PR strategies and plans based around our own events as well as our client’s events and products. The role will also focus on providing an opportunity to secure external PR accounts aiding the expansion of the business, therefore new business pitching experience is essential.
Based in Brighton and reporting to the Directors and managing the day to day running of the PR Department you will have experience in people management and supervisory skills, and be confident in speaking at management meetings to update on progress. With your excellent time management skills you will manage project timelines, budgets and ensure that deadlines are met.
To be considered for this role you will ideally be degree qualified in Business or Marketing and have a minimum 4 years PR experience either within the action sports industry or a professional PR agency.
As the successful candidate you will understand the individuality of our core market but also the commercial role that PR plays in the overall business process. Knowledge and connections within both the corporate brand world and the Action Sports arena is also beneficial for this role. A proven track record in developing and implementing PR strategies through to execution is crucial, as are, relationships with media, sponsorship partners and third party agencies.
You will have exceptional written, verbal, computer and presentation skills, an innovative approach, plus excellent organisational skills.
If this sounds of interest, please send your CV and covering letter with salary expectations to pippa@soulsports.co.uk. The deadline for applications is the 28th October with interviews taking place early November.
