Location: London, UK
Role: 3 months, Fixed-Term Contract
About the role:
WeWork is currently seeking a Press Assistant for the Public Affairs team across EMEA. This full-time three-month position will be based in London and will report to the Public Affairs Lead for EMEA. The position will offer the right candidate a unique opportunity to join one of the world's foremost late-stage growth companies and support the team that’s building our brand across current and emerging markets.
Duties include:
- Support the team to efficiently input and track data and team information
- Prepare and draft briefing docs for WeWork Executives prior to interviews and speaking engagements
- Assist and draft press releases for new announcements
- Support the team to vet speaking opportunities
- Assist in ad-hoc organisation Events on the ground
- Research and compose potential pitches
- Keep up-to-date on media coverage
- Work in partnership with the Public Affairs Lead for EMEA to develop and implement launch strategies for new markets
Requirements:
- Fluent in English (speaking and writing)
- A strong interest in Public Relations and Affairs
- Be a strong self-starter who is eager to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organisation
- Excellent organisation, communication, writing and presentation skills: experience working across multiple levels, functions and regions
- Team player - this is a flat and lean team!
- Willing/able to travel to both existing and new locations.
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly organised and able to handle different projects simultaneously
- Experience in tools such as Google suite
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