PR Lead – Digital Events Management Space

Are you a dynamic, confident, and highly organised PR Lead. Join a growing communications and events firm. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who can balance strategic oversight
,
client management
, and
team leadership with the ability to roll up their sleeves and get things done. Johannesburg (Hybrid or Remote – flexibility based on experience and seniority)

You’ll oversee integrated campaigns that span PR, digital, and events — ensuring stories are told powerfully, deadlines are met, and clients are kept in the loop every step of the way. If you’re a natural people manager who can bring structure to creativity, this role will feel like home.

• PR & Communications Leadership:Drive the development and execution of PR strategies that enhance client visibility, reputation, and brand impact.
• Client Management:Build strong relationships with clients, managing expectations, timelines, and outcomes with professionalism and ease.
• Team Leadership:Lead and mentor a team of PR, comms, and digital professionals — fostering collaboration, accountability, and growth.
• Project Management:Oversee campaigns and projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Media Relations:Cultivate strong media relationships, pitch stories, and secure high-value coverage across print, digital, and broadcast.
• Content Creation:Ensure all communication — from press releases and thought leadership articles to event copy and digital content — is polished, impactful, and on‑brand.
• Event Coordination:Guide planning and PR around client events, launches, and activations, ensuring seamless execution.
• Reporting & Insights:Track results, provide clear reports, and recommend data‑informed improvements.

• 5+ years’ experience in
  Public Relations, Communications, or Brand Management
  , ideally in an
  agency environment
  .
• Proven
  people management
  experience — you know how to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable.
• Strong
  project management
  skills; you’re the steady hand that keeps everything running on track.
• Exceptional
  writing and communication skills
  — you can craft a press release, media pitch, or executive statement that lands.
• Confident
  client-facing presence
  with a natural ability to manage expectations and influence outcomes.
• Solid understanding of
  digital PR, influencer engagement, and content strategy
  .
• Able to work
  independently
  in a hybrid or remote setup while maintaining collaboration and momentum.

Are you ready to lead a Team in a creative environment?
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career.

Negotiable dependent on experience, qualification and work time

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We thank you for your interest and effort in applying for this opportunity.