Job Title: PR account executive – defence and security sector
Location: Porton Science Park (one day a week), hybrid role
Salary: Up to £24,000 per annum
Benefits: Flexible working, dedicated training budget, contributory pension
Propel your career with Canny
Canny Comms is a purpose-driven agency specialising in defence and security communications. We bridge the gap between complex tech and impactful messaging, helping clients bring advanced technology to the front lines. Here, you’ll work with a diverse team of experts, from technologists to communications strategists, gaining insights across multiple disciplines.
Why choose Canny?
We’re committed to your growth, with a training budget and flexible work environment that lets you balance your career and life. Our dedication to inclusivity, especially in supporting the military community, and our Silver Level Military Covenant award reflect our values. At Canny, your work has purpose, your voice matters, and your growth is a priority.
In this Role, you will:

• Collaborate with experts in marketing, strategy, and technology to produce engaging campaigns
• Shape Canny’s own marketing through newsletters and content creation
• Be a part of a team that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning

What we’re looking for:
If you’re a recent graduate or someone in their first role after university who is passionate about communications, detail-oriented, and eager to develop expertise in a unique field.
Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating on campaign materials, ensuring they’re on-brand, engaging, and meet client objectives
• Supporting our press office function for clients
• Ability to draft high-quality written content such as by-lines, op-eds
• Interest in media relations and in developing a network of media contacts
• Supporting Canny Comms' own marketing efforts, from crafting newsletters to producing compelling content
• Ensuring high-quality work that meets our exacting standards
• Actively managing your time and prioritising projects
• Growing your skills and industry knowledge, leveraging our dedicated training budget to gain CIPR qualifications

What we offer:
Flexible, hybrid role: Work from home and join us in our Porton Science Park office one day a week
Training budget: We’re invested in your professional growth
Pension scheme: Secure your future with a contributory pension
supportive and happy work culture: We value teamwork, diversity, and growth. Your ideas and contributions are encouraged and you'll be trusted with a huge amount of creative freedom, while still being supported.
Key skills and attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects
• A desire to develop and grow professionally
• Interest in STEM subjects, defence and security
• Highly creative and ambitious

This role is ideal for you if you:

• Are looking for a company that invests in your development
• Want to work with passionate and supportive colleagues
• Thrive on creating and delivering high-quality work
• Are keen to get hands-on experience in a specialist sector

Apply today to join us and be part of a team that’s driven to do its bit to get great technology into front-line hands.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,880.00-£24,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Porton, SP4 0BF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Porton, SP4 0BF
Application deadline: 14/12/2024
Reference ID: CCPR24