Communications & PR Coordinator

About the role

A globally known architecture and design practice is looking for a Communications & PR Coordinator to join its London studio. This position offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders to shape communications, media outreach and thought leadership across a wide range of projects and international markets.

The role is ideal for a communications or PR professional who wants to grow within the built environment sector. It provides broad exposure to public relations, content development, social media, awards and brand communications while collaborating with senior leadership and project teams across the business.

The role

This is a wide-ranging position for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical execution. You will help deliver PR initiatives, manage media relationships, support social channels and create engaging content that strengthens the practice’s profile across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Help implement the practice’s communications and PR plan.
• Develop and sustain relationships with journalists, media contacts and industry partners.
• Write and organise press releases, project updates, thought leadership articles and other media materials.
• Support senior leaders with media requests, interviews and external-facing activity.
• Contribute to PR campaigns, events and other profile-building initiatives.
• Track press coverage and spot opportunities to improve visibility.
• Manage social media activity across platforms such as LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Assist with internal communications and employee engagement efforts.
• Coordinate award entries and recognition submissions.
• Create internal newsletters and communication content.
• Work alongside design and graphics teams to keep all communications visually consistent.

Requirements

• Prior experience in communications, PR or marketing, ideally in architecture, design, property or the wider built environment.
• Strong skills in writing, editing and shaping stories.
• Experience supporting PR campaigns and media relations work.
• Good understanding of social media platforms and content planning.
• Well-developed organisational ability and a sharp eye for detail.
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign.
• Genuine interest in architecture, design, cities and the built environment.

Benefits

• Chance to join a respected and internationally recognised architecture and design practice.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of UK and global projects.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Supportive and collaborative studio culture.
• Modern studio setting in central London.
• Private healthcare, healthcare cash plan and pension contribution.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership and project teams.
• Strong scope for professional development and career progression.

Additional information

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

Why this role

This is a strong opportunity for a communications professional who wants to build a career within one of the design industry’s most respected practices. You will work across PR, communications, content and brand activity, helping shape how the studio presents its work, people and ideas to a global audience.