Uptree

Placement details

Overview

Location: London.

Start date: Immediate start.

Key skills:

• Energetic
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Strategic
• Organised
• Confident

Application deadline: The application window will close when enough applications are received so apply now to avoid disappointment!

How to apply: Apply now by clicking 'Apply' at the top of this page!

 

About the PR Assistant Account Executive Apprenticeship

This is an exciting Assistant Account Executive apprenticeship opportunity to join the Octopus Group team, working with fast growth clients across B2B brands.

As well as working in part of an established, multi-skilled team, the role will also involve:

• Managing creative PR and social media campaigns for various technology clients.
• Handling copywriting tasks, including short form content for social media and eventually larger press releases.
• Conducting extensive desk research to stay updated on the latest tech news and advancements, and understanding how they influence the team's work and clients.
• Supporting the team with pitch-related tasks.
• Developing a deeper understanding of PR and the exciting projects undertaken by Octopus Group

If you’re an aspiring communications professional with enthusiasm for business technology and a keenness to learn new skills and disciplines, this is the role for you.

 

Main duties

• Drive account teams: Generate innovative ideas, explore opportunities, engage media, analysts, and influencers, create content, manage projects, and work towards client objectives.
• Manage multiple projects: Collaborate with account leads from start to finish, predict challenges, and meet deadlines.
• Proactively handle client correspondence: Keep clients updated with daily pitch updates, activity reports, etc., and communicate program status to internal client leads.
• Deep understanding of industry trends: Stay informed about the competitive landscape and its impact on clients.
• Oversee research and media/analyst lists: Manage comprehensive coverage monitoring, provide accurate and timely client reports, and offer insightful analysis and feedback on results.
• Develop media/analyst contacts: Build national and local media connections, stay updated on tech industry developments, reporter movements, and outlet changes.
• Collaborate across disciplines: Work in PR, social media, and content marketing to achieve client objectives and continually acquire and apply new skills for better results.
• Deliver high-quality communications content: Consistently produce excellent communication materials and contribute to the creation of effective communication plans aligned with client objectives.
• Maintain clear client communication: Foster consistent and transparent interactions between clients and the account team.

 

Application Criteria 

• Maths & English grade C or above.
• Must have been within the UK for the last 3 years.
• Must not hold a relevant degree within PR and Comms
• Must have less than 2 years’ experience within PR and comms

You'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Strong writing skills with attention to detail, including blog experience.
• Self-motivated with a passion for PR/marketing and social media.
• Excellent at building relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Can prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrates keen interest in news, media, and trending topics.

 

About Publicis Media and Octopus Group

Publicis Groupe U.K. is a marketing and digital transformation business made up of 5,000 talented and versatile people with expertise in media, creative, influence, technology and data, working across 21 agencies.

In February 2021, Octopus joined Publicis Groupe UK to become its B2B centre of excellence from the UK, bringing in strategic, creative and commercial acumen to the Publicis Groupe client roster. 

Octopus Group is also an award-winning B2B marketing agency and were recently awarded the Campaign Best Place to Work status for the second year running through their unique family feel where energy, enthusiasm and teamwork are all mixed in to succeed. Octopus Group is a truly special place to work, and we spend lots of time and effort to keep it that way.

 

Employee Benefits 

• Salary sacrifice pension
• Flexible working
• 25 days holiday + your birthday off + Christmas shutdown from Christmas Eve to New Year
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance 3x salary
• Overseas working programme
• Health cash plan - eyecare, dental, prescriptions
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Social activities
• Subsidised canteen
• Free fruit, breakfast, snacks, weekly lunch, and drinks

 

Diversity and Equality

Publicis Groupe and Octopus Group welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ and non-binary candidates. Publicis Groupe particularly welcome applications from disabled/Black/Asian/Minority Ethnic candidates. Publicis Groupe, are commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Next Steps

View further details and apply by clicking 'Apply' at the top of this page!