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Who is Weber Shandwick?

We create cultural value and help brands navigate the ever-changing age of earned: an age where consumers actively say no to advertising; an age where everyone is an influencer that can make or break your brand; an age where content can be turned into commercial opportunity. Our talented team builds brands by finding connection points in the real world. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses e.g. Mars, Princes, IKEA, Unilever, Tinder, IBM, and Pinterest, to name a few.

Who is Weber Shandwick?

We create cultural value and help brands navigate the ever-changing age of earned: an age where consumers actively say no to advertising; an age where everyone is an influencer that can make or break your brand; an age where content can be turned into commercial opportunity. Our talented team builds brands by finding connection points in the real world. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses e.g. Mars, Princes, IKEA, Unilever, Tinder, IBM, and Pinterest, to name a few.

We earn affection, attention, affinity and purchase by delivering value to people around the world, with deep specialisms across food & drink, travel & tourism, tech, health, automotive, sports sponsorship, entertainment & lifestyle and energy. We are known for:

• Developing data driven insights and strategies to drive measurable impact
• Creating impactful campaigns that tap into culture
• Creating channel and platform agnostic campaigns that grow organically
• Delivering integrated campaigns that are earned-first but deliver for paid and owned
  
  

• Develop and oversee the execution of media/campaign strategies
• Manage the day-to-day running of accounts, including client/internal meetings, materials (e.g media lists, status updates), media monitoring and reporting
• Strong client management and engagement, ensuring the whole team provides an exceptional client experience
• Overseeing all facets of media programmes and materials, and a play substantial role in media pitching
• Stay on top of industry news, trends and influencers in specific industries and be able to link these to your clients’ objectives
• Supporting the development of new business pitches
  
  

• A minimum of two years’ experience in Corporate PR or marketing
• An interest in the complex world of Corporate comms – in fact, an interest in the world full stop. The corporate team is an incredibly curious one, with interests spanning tech, retail, FMCG, sustainability, education, politics and more. We use this to bring fresh perspective, helping tell client stories through the lens of so many other industries
• Proficiency in both media relations and client management
• A comprehensive roster of journalist contacts with corporate, technology, B2B and vertical sector beats at titles covering international, national and trade/vertical sector publications
• Mastery in developing media materials including press releases, key message documents, pitches, social media content, etc.
• Solid presentation skills and a desire and experience being involved in new business pitching
• Be an excellent communicator and possess strong writing skills, particularly the ability to digest complex information and turn it into compelling, understandable content
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for the client, practice and team
• Attentive to detail and quality
• Fluency in Microsoft programs and digital/social media platforms, tools and solutions
  
  

• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Personal pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
  

• Buy or sell holiday
• Additional life assurance cover
• Critical illness insurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Health screening
• Gym discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Flexible working with our 3:2 hybrid work model
• Equivalent of $250 USD for new joiners on 6 month + contract to support home working setup
• 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays) plus 2 volunteering days, birthday day off work and discretionary festive closure
• Flexible public holidays
• Sweets and snacks in the office
• Exclusive shopping discounts and perks
• Annual eyecare voucher
• Season ticket loan
• Referral bonus scheme
• Long service bonus
• Enhanced family leave
• Inclusive and invisible health policies
• Monthly social events organised by the Manchester office’s ‘Culture Club’
  
  

• A beautiful residential office in a vibrant co-working space
• A plethora of work spaces – from break out areas, to small meeting rooms to beautiful board rooms – and even a studio!
• An on-site gym, coffee shop, an award-winning bar, bike storage, coworking community and member events
• Take advantage of our fully stocked in-office drinks fridge
• Plenty of great food and shopping options nearby means you are spoilt for choice!
• Our UK network means there is often the chance to visit our offices in London, Glasgow and Edinburgh as/when needed
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services

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