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Senior PR Executive, Publicis Sapient

  • Job ID: 2024-48410
  • Turnmill Street - 63 Turnmill Street London, EC1 M5RR United Kingdom
  • Full-time

Job Description

As a key member of the Global Corporate Communications team for Publicis Sapient, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists; devise specific PR materials and campaigns; pitch and engage in face-to-face meetings with journalists and commentators; and develop print and web-based material and thought leadership content, supporting these campaigns. We're looking for great communicators with a skill for storytelling, as well as technology and business PR expertise, who can understand complex tech and business issues and distil them into compelling narratives, talking points and pitches. You will also have in-depth knowledge of the UK market and strong relationships with tech and business journalists in the UK.

 

As an experienced and passionate PR & Communications professional, you will work closely with our Head of International Communications, and key UK and global thought leaders and subject matter experts. You will be an integral part of the global Marketing and Communications team, involved in the proactive pitching of Publicis Sapients business, capabilities and its senior leaders. Responsibilities Write and edit media content and press releases. Serve as a daily contact with media and internal spokespeople Proactively identify relevant newshooks and work with partners in the business to bring story ideas to fruition Actively pitch to target media to secure strategic press coverage in top UK national, regional and online media outlets including broadcast media in order to position Publicis Sapient as a leader in digital business transformation and AI/Gen AI Cultivate and maintain relationships with key tech and business media journalists Support the wider PR team by researching, drafting and contributing to press releases and other announcements, distributing and publishing this news as needed. Implement various public relations/communications initiatives designed to build the firm’s brand in key practice areas and diverse industries ranging from financial services to retail Monitor and analyse media coverage and industry trends, providing comprehensive reports and actionable insights on PR metrics and campaign performance Support daily public relations functions and maintain the press office infrastructure, such as updating media databases and pitch calendars, weekly and monthly reporting, media trends research and invoice submissions Develop and distribute weekly internal media relations newsletter

Qualifications

2+ years B2B Technology or corporate PR experience; with established media relationships Exceptional pitching and networking skills, and ability to craft narratives that resonate with journalists Proven track record of successful media placements in top-tier tech and business publications (national media such as Press, TV, Radio) Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; experience working with senior execs a plus Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment Proficient in PR reporting tools Excellent communication and English writing skills

Additional Information

Solid working relationships with top-tier UK business media Proven ability of turning an idea into a story Identifying newsjacking opportunities Being quick witted, enthusiastic and intellectually curious Hybrid working model Strong people first company culture Numerous learning opportunities to support your professional growth Amazing opportunities for career progression Staff incentives and rewards schemes “Work Your World Program” – every Publicis Sapient employee is entitled to work anywhere in the world where Publicis Groupe has a presence, for up to 6 weeks every year. Vibrant workplace culture with various events throughout the year (e.g. after works events, healthy breakfast, free coffee, roof terrace) Publicis Sapient UK is a Disability Confident employer and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We encourage individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions to apply for this position, and we will provide adjustments where possible throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments at any point in the process, please get in touch as soon as possible by emailing hiringuk@publicissapient.com. Publicis Sapient UK will then work with you to explore and implement adjustments as and where these are possible. If you have any questions regarding adjustments, please email us at hiringuk@publicissapient.com

Company Description

Senior PR Executive, Publicis Sapient London / Hybrid Working (3 days in London office)

 

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organisations get to their future, digitally-enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value

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