Press & PR Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, South Africa Smart Accounting & Finance Services Full time

and **About us**:
Smart Accounting is a reputable accounting firm with extensive experience in the field of accounting and financial services. Based in the UK, we are dedicated to providing our clients with reliable financial solutions and high-quality accounting services. We are committed to continuous personal and professional development.

**Location**:

- Remote: (Must be familiar with the UK Press landscape)

**Experience & Skills Required**:

- 3+ years in Press and Public Relations, with a focus on accounting firms.
- Must be able to work remotely with strong and stable Internet connectivity (fibre is a plus) and have your own laptop.
- You have excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and execute strategic PR campaigns aimed at increasing brand awareness.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, influencers, and stakeholders in the UK.
- Write compelling press releases, op-eds, and articles that effectively communicate our mission and initiatives.
- Actively monitor media coverage, and respond to press inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Collaborate with our marketing and social media teams to synchronize messaging across multiple platforms.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Public Relations, with a proven track record in the accounting sector.
- In-depth understanding of the UK press landscape and key media outlets.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a flair for storytelling.
- Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented; capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A strong ethical foundation aligned with our organizational values.

**What we offer**:

- Competitive salary plus performance incentives
- Opportunity to work with a mission-driven team.
- Flexibility to work remotely.
- Work on high-impact projects that align with your personal values.
- Paid vacation
- The monthly salary for a full-time position (Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM) will be between R25K - and R30K. For the part-time position, the salary will be prorated based on the days worked. You will be paid as "self-employed". It is your responsibility to pay the necessary taxes and ensure compliance with all applicable tax and legal requirements in South Africa.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: R25 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Expected hours: 4 - 8 per week

**Experience**:

- PR: 5 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Expected Start Date: 2024/04/01



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