PR Assistant - Consumer Placement

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PR Assistant - Consumer Placement

Job Reference: PANA 010
To Start: July 2020 for 12 months

The Panasonic PR department is responsible for developing, enhancing and managing the reputation of its consumer product range. This particular position lies within the Brand Communications department and covers the PR for a variety of consumer electronics – including TV, audio, imaging products, and home appliances.

Role Purpose:

To support the Brand Communications team in reporting and proactively working for the Consumer Group including processing media coverage and presenting this visually to other departments.

From day one you are given a great deal of responsibility, bringing your skills to life. You are given opportunities to develop future corporate skills.

Outline of Duties:

A significant part of your role will include:

• Day-to-day liaison with journalists, supplying product information and images
• Handling requests, administration, delivery, tracking and collection of review products for trade/specialist/national media
• Analysing, logging and distributing PR coverage
• Assisting and supporting the PR team
• Liaising with product managers within the Marketing Team
• Organising and attending new product launches and events
• Researching, writing and distributing press releases (using media tools)
• Responding to feature articles
• Handling day-to-day administration for product PR
• Responsible for managing the PR teams social media channels
• Supporting campaigns
• Liaising with external PR agencies

Person Specification:

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Good telephone manner
• Excellent writing skills
• Enthusiasm and a good team player
• Creativity and initiative
• PC literate, including Word and Excel
• Strong interest in social media

Company Benefits:

• Employee discounted Panasonic products
• 25 days holiday per annum, plus UK Bank Holidays
• Performance-based bonus (up to 15% of annual salary)
• Development and training opportunities available
• Free parking on site
• Company pension scheme
• Company-funded private medical insurance and life assurance
• A range of other benefits to select
• Health & Well-being events
• Subsidised restaurants on site, and subsidised gym memberships
• Free Shuttle Bus to Town Centre & local Train Station

About Panasonic

Panasonic is a multinational, fast-moving electronics company with thousands of employees worldwide. Our main focus is improving the everyday lives of customers through our products. Founded 100 years ago in 1918, we are always moving forward to reflect society’s demands, so therefore need forward thinking individuals that will bring personality and positivity to the roles advertised. With many different departments within the company, Panasonic can offer you a variety of new opportunities to learn a diverse range of knowledge and skills.

How to apply

Please send your CV with a Covering letter (with subject: PANA 010) to:

HR Business Partner & Recruiter Sara King, Panasonic UK, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT

Tel: 01344 853078.

Or alternatively email them to: industrial.placement@panasonic.co.uk

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