Graduate PR Assistant – Professional Services

About the role

Join a fast‑growing PR agency in Clerkenwell as a Graduate PR Assistant, supporting clients across the professional services sector – property, legal and construction. This is a structured graduate programme with clear short, medium and long‑term development goals, offering the freedom and mentorship needed to launch a successful PR career.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior management on client projects and new‑business pitches.
• Develop media‑relations skills by drafting and distributing press material.
• Produce copy‑writing for a variety of client portfolios.
• Work closely with the in‑house design team to create integrated communications.
• Support directors in client handling and business development activities.

Required profile

• Outstanding written communication skills, demonstrated through academic work or personal projects.
• Proactive, confident attitude with a keen interest in business, current affairs and media.
• Strong academic record (GCSE, A‑levels and degree grades required).
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a creative, people‑focused environment.

Required skills

• Excellent writing and copy‑editing abilities.
• Basic understanding of media relations and public‑relations principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and support senior team members.

What we offer

• Starting salary of £29,000 per year with potential raise within the first year.
• Hybrid working model and early finish on Fridays.
• Dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment with exposure to national and specialist media.
• Clear career progression within a top‑25 UK PR agency.