Job Description

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.

Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public-facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.

In 2019, TerraCycle introduced Loop - a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan.

TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world\'s most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.

Job Overview -

TerraCyle seeks to hire an English-speaking Public Relations Executive or Senior Public Relations Associate (dependent on experience) to support the development and execution of high-quality media campaigns. This involves developing and ensuring the execution of high-quality strategic media relations campaigns to promote the TerraCycle story, both free and paid for recycling solutions and the sponsoring brand partners, lines of business and company specific initiatives across Europe.

The focus is mainly for TerraCycle Europe\'s English speaking markets, the UK (our biggest European market) and the Republic of Ireland but will also support the broader communications strategy across our other European markets. Written/spoken French in particular would be useful and German, Spanish or Dutch would also be a bonus but not essential.

The position is based in Perivale, West London and reports to TerraCycle\'s Head of Communications for Europe.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Working with the PR Manager and Head of Communications to create and deliver an impactful PR strategy for the UK and ROI markets.
• Oversing the operation of a reactive and proactive press office for TerraCycle UK.
• Monitoring the media to identify suitable opportunities for TerraCycle.
• Plan, execute and evaluate some PR campaigns mainly for the UK market but also support with other markets where needed, and take responsibility for the delivery of these campaigns.
• Drafting and distributing high-quality, effective press releases and pitches.
• Phone and email pitching of TerraCycle\'s story and products to broadcast/print/online media sources.
• Maintaining relations with the media relations departments of various brands and customers of TerraCycle.
• Working closely with the client service and marketing teams to ensure the public relations campaigns are correctly supporting the needs of TerraCycle\'s clients.
• Developing in-depth reports of media success for partners and internal use.
• Managing the admin for the markets you handle, including the EOM reports and sending round press hits.

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 TerraCycle and support with the logistics when required.

You\'ll need to have:

• 2 + years\' Public Relations experience (particularly with UK media & Irish media a bonus).
• Fluent in English, another European language would be beneficial (particularly German, Dutch or Spanish) but not essential.
• Public relations experience - particularly with contacts within the UK / Irish media.
• Experience in managing multiple priorities.
• Be proactive, reliable, responsible and accurate with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A demonstrated interest in sustainable/green business would be beneficial but not essential.
• A degree in an appropriate field (PR, journalism, communications, marketing, business management\xe2\x80\xa6) or equivalent work experience.

Perks & Benefits:

Here is a peek into the benefits you can expect when joining TerraCycle\xe2\x80\xa6

• 25 days of paid time off per year plus public holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year to support causes that are important to you
• Highly flexible Hybrid work culture (3 days a week remote/home). Not only that - you\'ll also have the option of working from abroad for up to 30 days a year!
• International office exchange; you can work from any of our global offices for a week
• Continuous learning sessions, training programmes and self-development.
• Transparent internal mobility opportunities and career paths for professional hyper-growth
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Pension and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Summer Fridays (we can finish at 2 pm on Fridays in summer)
• Team activities: we have quarterly company-wide socials to support spending time together and a running club too
• The experience of being part of an international company with over 400 enthusiastic and highly talented teammates across numerous countries - always ready to share knowledge and support!
• An open company culture where you have the independence and room to unleash your creativity.

Apply if you think we\'re a good match. We\'ll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are.

TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to

Note: International candidates must be eligible to work in their country of employment. At this time TerraCycle does not provide for visa sponsorships.

Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

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