PR Assistant

Salary: From £28000 annum plus Veolia Benefits including Bonus scheme
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Friday
Location: Pentonville Road, London
Hybrid- Home/London office

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?

Supporting the company to grow its brand and reputation through traditional and new media.

• Working with national press journalists to meet tight deadlines
• Be the first point of call for national press enquiries
• Research, write and pitch stories to press
• Meeting Veolia’s teams and finding case studies for national press opportunities
• Prepare media lists and media briefs for press opportunities
• Support the External Affairs team to deliver impactful messaging across all media channels

What are we looking for?

• An individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide industry-leading communications to all internal and external customers
• Driven and proactive
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• A keen eye for detail
• Willingness to learn
• Previous experience in a press role / busy press office
• Education A level and above

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, N1 9JY

Reference ID: JR9207