PR Assistant

PR Assistant, Professional Membership Body, Central London, Permanent, hybrid, £28,000-£32,000 International Membership Organisation, based in Central London is looking for a PR Assistant in their Press Office and reporting the Communications Director. This is a key role in which you will assist with promoting globally the work of the organisation and assist with the protection of their reputation. A great career step if you have a passion for Human Rights, International Affairs and have a real talent for writing. Responsibilities include: • Drafting and editing news releases and other communication materials • Uploading news releases to mailing distribution systems (SAP and Mailchimp) • Daily updating of social media platforms (X, Facebook and LinkedIn) and monitoring social media channels for any emerging issues • Liaising with colleagues to update website pages with Press Office news releases • Building and maintaining media and stakeholder contact lists • Assisting with coordinating responses to media enquiries and preparing daily or weekly media monitoring reports and communication briefs • Attending meetings • Drafting copy and event invitations and liaising with colleagues for copy • Providing administrative support to communications - organising meetings, maintaining records, and preparing reports Skills and requirements: • Drafting Press Releases • Posting on social media (including X and Facebook) • Impeccable written English with excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and highly organised and professional • Proficient in monitoring and utilising social media platforms • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). • Basic graphic design skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite • Proficiency in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar) to support content creation, research, communication planning, data analysis and administrative tasks • Experience of working in a fast-paced dynamic environment • Passionate about human rights issues and International current affairs • Strong research and information-gathering skills • Pays attention to detail and accuracy, and flexible with a willingness to learn • Works well in fast-paced environment, multi tasks under pressure • Happy to travel Internationally if required and also to work out of hours when required • Photography a video content creation skills would be useful as would 1–3 years' experience in public relations, communications, or corporate affairs (voluntary experience counts!); also some practical experience in a communications role, possibly related to Law This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a leading organisation, apply now! Due to the large number of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted Val Wade Recruitment are actively looking for applicants from underrepresented communities and pride ourselves as an equal opportunities’ employer and agency