Impact Recruitment is hiring: PR & Communications Executive in Kettering

Locations:

Kettering, Northamptonshire

Salary

£30000 - £35000 per annum

PR & Communications Executive - Own the Story of a Much-Loved Lifestyle Brand (Hybrid)

Are you a creative, media-savvy PR professional who wants more than just another "corporate comms" role? We’re working with a recognisable , feel-good UK lifestyle brand that people actually love. This isn’t dull B2B PR — this is colourful products, gift guides, influencers, product launches, and storytelling that connects emotionally with consumers.

As their first dedicated in‑house PR hire, you’ll have the freedom to shape how this brand is seen in the press. No gatekeepers. No layers of approval. Just real ownership, creativity, and impact.

If you’re the kind of PR who knows exactly who to call when you want coverage, this role is for you.

Why This Role Is Exciting

You'll be the standalone PR lead – you own the strategy

You'll work with products people actually smile about

You'll be pitching to national press, lifestyle magazines, online media, and influencers

You'll support high‑profile product launches and seasonal campaigns

You'll see your work featured in gift guides, features, and media stories

You'll have genuine creative freedom rather than being stuck in a corporate machine

What You’ll Be Doing

Creating and executing PR campaigns that get noticed

Writing bold, compelling press releases that journalists actually want to read

Securing coverage in magazines, newspapers, and digital media

Building relationships with journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers

Leading influencer outreach, gifting, and collaborations

Driving awareness around product launches and seasonal ranges

Writing engaging blogs, website copy, and press content

Spotting opportunities for gift guides, trends, and features

Managing press samples and media seeding

Tracking and celebrating your PR wins

We Want To Hear From You If You

Have at least 3 years' PR experience

Can demonstrate real media coverage wins

Know how to get into print and digital press

Are confident pitching to journalists

Have experience with influencer outreach

Love creative, consumer‑focused brands

Want autonomy rather than micromanagement

What’s On Offer

Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

A role where your work is visible and celebrated

A chance to shape the brand's PR presence from the ground up

A fun, creative, growing business

Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000

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