Media & Communications Assistant

Company Description

As part of De Beers Group, we are The Home of Diamonds since 1888, bringing our pioneering diamond perfection to our clients through over 30 stores and a worldwide digital presence.

At De Beers Jewellers we are committed to guiding individuals on their personal journey of discovery. Harnessing nature’s finest work of art, De Beers Jewellers hand select the rarest natural diamonds, creating distinctive designs, each as unique as its wearer.

The key to success within our brand is an attitude of excellence, passion and delivering for our clients. We seek motivated, ambitious people who will thrive in an environment which fosters collaboration, inclusivity and creativity.

Job Description

The Media and Communications Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the media and communications team in various tasks related to public relations, marketing, and communications. This position involves assisting in the creation of content, managing social media channels, coordinating events, and maintaining media databases.

Key Responsibilities:

PR

• Assist in developing the Global PR strategy for De Beers Jewellers.
• Support announcements, product launches and communications by assisting with the creation of PR toolkits, including Press Releases, messaging documents, trend-based newsletters.
• Help disseminate these to the regional PR Teams and relevant internal Head Office Teams.
• Work cross functionally to ensure consistent brand voice, style and messaging across all channels, help review and update existing PR messaging, assets and materials.
• Work closely with regional PR network, ensuring they are fully immersed in the Company’s strategy, messaging and globally relevant communications; encourage cross collaboration to understand their plans and be able to support the local needs.
  
  

Social Media Management

• Manage and schedule posts on various social media platforms including Instagram and Linkedin.
• Monitor social media channels for engagement, respond to comments and escalate where necessary.
• Research and implement social media best practice to increase reach and engagement
• Coordinate alignment and content sharing between Head Office and China Team.
  
  

Media

• Provide support in the media strategy, collaborating with markets to ensure execution of media plans at a local level
• Provide input to the brand & content team to develop assets that align with media best practices which will drive performance and value to DBJ.
  
  

Events

• Assist in planning and coordinating events such as De Beers High Jewellery events, product launches, and media briefings.
• Provide on-site support during evens as needed.
  
  

VIP & Influencers

• Support talent and influencer activities, either led centrally and by the markets.
• Co-ordinate jewellery loans for centrally driven influencer and celebrity dressing opportunities.
• Update the Global celebrity and influencer tracker on Teams in conjunction with the Global PR network.
• Assist in the execution of product gifting projects, including overseeing gifting send-outs, gifting forms and tracking results.
  
  

Content Creation

• Assist with copywriting needs: receiving briefs, writing or briefing copywriter, editing and reviewing content for various channels including press releases, client emails, and social media posts.
  
  

Report, Research and Analysis

• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and audience preferences.
• Own and maintain PR monitoring systems. Main point of contact for reporting and analytics, working with the market PR teams and agencies on reports across media, editorial coverage, influencer, social media and gifting among others.
• Provide regular reports and insights to the wider team.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the global PR calendar and for informing internal comms and other teams of relevant Comms & PR activities.
• Handle general administrative tasks as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree / qualification in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or relevant field.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience within a similar industry is a plus.
• Ability to problem solve with information at their disposal.
• Understands own role in relation to the team and how it contributes.
• Ability to manage internal stakeholders to achieve objective.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics platforms
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic graphic design tools is a plus.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Work self-sufficiently with great attention to detail.
  
  

Additional Information

• A great working environment
• Fantastic pension scheme
• 25 days of holiday + bank holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days
• Private Healthcare
• Mental health is a top priority for De Beers Group - we offer free subscription to Headspace and have mental health first aider
• Competitive salary
• Your Choice membership discounts
• Staff discount
• On-site gym
• On site restaurant offering free breakfast and lunch
• Flexible benefits package
  
  

Who We Are

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Referral Policy. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

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