KOR Careers – PR Project Manager Apprentice
KOR Careers – PR Project Manager Apprentice
Summary
We have an opportunity for a motivated Project Manager Apprentice to join our busy team at KOR, a specialist PR and public affairs consultancy based in the Exeter.
In this role, you will work with an experienced team across a number of clients in the land, property and rural business to support the team deliver communications strategies, public consultations, and stakeholder engagement for a range of projects.
It is an exciting time to join KOR, as we support our growing list of clients – including some of the country’s largest landed estates – embark on residential, commercial or large-scale renewable energy projects across the UK. It is therefore important that the candidate has an interest in the rural sector, built environment, renewable energy, planning and politics.
The Role
Work as part of a small team to plan and execute communications strategies and stakeholder engagement for client projects.
Build and maintain effective working relationships - internally and externally.
Assist in drafting reports, briefings and other project collateral as required.
Assist the team in managing project timelines and deliverables to keep projects on track.
Conduct research to compile briefings and databases for projects.
Lead on internal project planning and associated administrative tasks.
Track engagement activities and record interactions and feedback.
Monitor local, regional and national media coverage, as well as political matters and industry news.
Collaborate with colleagues across KOR.
Your skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A confident communicator on the telephone, email and in-person.
Good research skills with an eye for detail.
Strong organisation and time management - capable of prioritising multiple competing tasks and working to deadlines.
A team player with a ‘can do’ attitude and strong work ethic.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
Interest in politics and current affairs.
Driving license and access to your own vehicle.
Benefits
Join a very experienced and friendly team.
In house training opportunities and career mentoring.
Gain practical experience along apprenticeship.
Possibility of future employment on completion of apprenticeship.
33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays and a day off on your birthday.
Life cover £100,000.
Employment Assistance scheme and a health cash plan
Membership of professional bodies.
Auto enrolment into KOR Pension Scheme.
To apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter to Grace Gladding at hello@korpr.co.uk
We would like to see how you present yourself in written cover letter to hear why you would like to join the KOR team, what about the job and our sector interests you, and what makes you such a great candidate.
Please note applications that are submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
Vacancy details
· Working pattern - 37.5hrs per week - Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm (1hr break for lunch)
· Salary – £20,000 - £23,000 per annum
· Number of positions available: one
· Qualifications required: Maths and English GCSE, grade C/4 (or equivalent).
· Apprenticeship Standard – Level 4
· Closing date - 5.30pm on Friday 30th May 2025
· Interview Date – TBC
· Interview process – initial virtual call, followed by in person interview and/or a day’s work experience
· Start date: As soon as possible
Vacancy address: The West Wing, Old Broadclyst Station, Broadclyst, Exeter, EX5 3AS