PR & Social Assistant

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Working Pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

You will be responsible for supporting the PR and social team with the execution and delivery of the PR, Influencers and social media strategies.

• Support the creation of briefing and co-ordination of social media content & PR activities.
• Responsible for the sample management in liaison with the sample collation team for influencers – ensure samples are packaged and sent to relevant influencers and media in a timely manner to secure features.
• Responsible for keeping trackers up to date and providing updates on sample status for social, influencers and PR plans.

• Ensure you are building relationships with all relevant internal and external stakeholders (e.g. wider Marketing, Digital, Product Retail) through excellent communication of PR and Social activities.

• Contribute to a culture of excellence, by spotting emerging trends and cultural moments and bringing them to the wider team.

• Previous experience in PR and/or social teams preferably within retail, fashion, or homeware focused industries.
• Project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple campaigns in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience working with external agencies and creative partners.
• Demonstration of previous use of analytical skills with attention to detail.
• A natural collaborator with excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Passion for value fashion, trend awareness, and customer-centric marketing.

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development opportunities
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business.