Communications Assistant

About the Role

As a Communications Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of communication strategies across the business. You will be involved in a range of communication initiatives, from implementing new digital PR toolkits and refining internal announcements to coordinating campaign releases and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and delivering communication initiatives across different business divisions.
• Develop and maintain editorial calendars, press lists, media kits, and distribution timelines.
• Work closely with internal teams and department leads to ensure PR campaigns stay on schedule.
• Coordinate press briefings, prepare media agendas, document coverage notes, and follow up on press inquiries.
• Monitor campaign milestones, release deadlines, and coverage deliverables, keeping stakeholders informed of PR progress.
• Identify potential media delays, messaging conflicts, and communication risks, helping develop practical solutions.
• Liaise with external media outlets, event venues, and agency partners as required.
• Support the implementation of new PR software, media distribution databases, and communication procedures.
• Assist with reviewing and improving existing editorial workflows to increase publishing efficiency.
• Prepare press releases, media recaps, executive briefs, and internal newsletter documentation.
• Track media monitoring metrics, press clips, and campaign reach reports where required.
• Maintain accurate media archives and ensure public release approvals are documented and followed through.
• Support different departments with their internal announcements and external messaging requirements.
• Assist with general brand strategy initiatives and special communication projects as they arise.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with different teams, journalists, and external stakeholders.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks, manage competing press priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Great attention to detail and a practical approach to proofreading and problem-solving.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative on stories and announcements.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, media monitoring tools, and digital content platforms.
• The ability to learn new PR systems and media distribution software.
• A positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to get involved wherever needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in communications support, public relations, copywriting, administration, or a similar role. Motivated entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Qualifications in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field would be an advantage but are not essential.