Communications Assistant

Position Title: Communications Assistant

Location: London

Employment Type: 3 months contract - immediate start

Salary: £15-18 per hour

Position Overview:

The role involves ensuring that all communication materials are consistent with the company’s branding and messaging strategies. It is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who is creative and has strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation:

• Assist in creating, editing, and proofreading content for press releases, newsletters, blog posts, and other marketing materials
• Collaborate with team members to develop content for digital platforms (social media, website, email campaigns)
• Create and maintain content calendars for various communication channels

1. Social Media Management:

• Support the planning, creation, and scheduling of social media content
• Monitor social media channels and engage with followers by responding to comments and messages
• Track and analyze social media performance metrics and provide insights

1. Media Relations:

• • Assist in drafting press releases and media advisories
  • Help build and maintain relationships with media contacts by updating media lists and coordinating outreach

1. Internal Communications:

• Support internal communication initiatives by drafting internal newsletters, emails, and memos
• Assist in organizing and promoting internal events, meetings, and activities

1. Research and Reporting:

• Conduct research on communication trends, competitor activities, and media outlets
• Gather data and prepare reports on the effectiveness of communication campaigns

Key Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a similar role 
• Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer)
• Knowledge of design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (preferred but not required).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously