Press Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Level
L1 - StaffClosing Date:
24/02/2023Permanent / Fixed Term
PermanentSupport Centre Location
London OfficeMore about the role
We’re New Look and we’ve been at the forefront of British high-street fashion since 1969. Over the last 50 years, we’ve grown to be a global, multichannel brand offering on-trend, value-driven fashion for women, men, girls and boys.
Our passion is feel-good fashion at feel-good prices – and we truly believe that all starts with us. Our values inspire us every day: we play to win, we’re customer-obsessed and we work as one to give each and every one of our customers That New Look Feeling.
The Role:
- This role will be responsible for generating coverage across the print and online media working closely with the Press Officer.
- The role will lead all PR gifting projects across press, influencers and celebrities – working closely with the Press Officer
- Brief in all mailers and assist with sell ins
- Be reactive to new product, updating the team so they can maximise opportunities
- Work with the Press Officer and Buying teams to fulfil call ins and provide overall support to the Press Team
- Sample management and returns
- This role will be responsible for the smooth running of the showroom space
- Assisting Press Officer on press events and celebrity activity
- Accountable for all PR reporting including weekly coverage reports, adhoc projects, monthly reports and event reporting
- Strong relationships with press/ stylists/ influencers at a junior level
- Growth in PR Value and Stand Out coverage for target media
- To ensure all work is accurate and completed on a timely basis.
- Respond quickly and efficiently to sample requests sent from Head Office
- Consistent and creative gifting regularly sent out
About You:
- Excellent people skills, computer literature, excellent time management.
- Ability to prioritise workload and tasks
- Good telephone manner and exemplary organisational skills.
- Experience in either an in-house or agency PR role is essential
- Knowledge of the media world
- Minimum level of education or qualifications - GCSE’S and A levels or equivalent
Why New Look:
The amazing people, the love of fashion, the 4pm Friday finishes – there are so many reasons to love working at New Look. We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be at your absolute best and achieve your goals. You’ll also receive these amazing benefits, to name only a few:
40% staff discount
Monthly 25% off privilege vouchers for family and friends to enjoy
Quarterly sample sales
Season ticket loans
Apply now to find out more!
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Press Assistant roles across New Look's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,998 - £24,202 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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