Public Relations Manager - French Speaker

TerraCycle Overview**:
TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse.

Across 21 countries, TerraCycle is on a mission to rethink waste and develop practical solutions for today's complex waste challenges. The company engages an expansive multi-stakeholder community across a wide range of accessible programs, from Fortune 500 companies to schools and individuals, and has raised over $44 million for schools and nonprofits since its founding more than 15 years ago. In 2019, TerraCycle launched Loop to enable brands, retailers, and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, and further the circular economy.

Job Overview:
TerraCycle and Loop seeks to hire a creative, resourceful and driven PR Manager who likes challenges and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The Public Relations Manager will report to the Head of Communications and will work predominantly on the French side of TerraCycle & Loop's business, directly with numerous TerraCycle and Loop Europe teams, brand partners and consumers. The position is based in West London and will also work closely with and help manage PR Associates.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the definition and implementation of PR campaigns mainly for TerraCycle France and Loop France but also to support with Loop UK as and when needed
• Oversee the operation of a reactive and pro-active press office for TerraCycle France and Loop France, support the launch of new products & new brands on Loop
• Work closely with / help manage, coach and grow the PR skills and capabilities of young PR Executive's in the team.
• Monitor the French media to identify suitable opportunities for TerraCycle and Loop
• Drafting and distributing press releases and pitches
• Maintaining relations with the Communications departments of various brands partners for both TerraCycle and Loop
• Developing in-depth reports of media success for partners and internal use

• As and when required:

• Act as a spokesperson to the press

• Write awards entries, blog posts, company newsletters and communications etc.
• Attend events on behalf of both TerraCycle and Loop and support with the logistics when required

Requirements/Skills:

• 4+ years' experience working in Public Relations in a similar role
• Native French Speaker (or equivalent) with excellent communication and writing skills in
• French & English (German or Spanish would also be a plus)
• Good knowledge of the French media and sustainability sector (ideally the recycling sector)
• (but English media knowledge also beneficial)
• Proven track record designing and executing successful public relations campaigns at both a local and national level
• Good knowledge of the French media and sustainability sector
• Passionate about sustainability, media and innovation
• Ability to work within a team, in an international working environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and collaborate with different functions
• Ability to problem solve and multitask in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities
• Proactive and solution focused
• A degree in an appropriate field (PR, journalism, marketing, business, management )

Compensation:

• Salary depending on experience
• 25 Paid Holiday Days
• 2 Volunteering Days
• Online Yoga and wellbeing activities
• Company Pension contribution
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Work from anywhere for 1 month
• Quarterly team engagement