UK / Gorkana Group Ltd
About the role:
The primary focus of the role is to be the guardian of the EU Gorkana database and to maintain its accuracy and detail. As the Media Researcher you will establish and build journalist relationships. The role will include researching publications and individual journalists in order to ensure that our database is as up to date. You will also be responsible to help build-out the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) as well as responding swiftly to client requests for particular information.
Your main tasks will include:
• Researching and verification of journalist data, and updating the database accordingly in line with Data Protection.
• Researching and verification of publications, updating database accordingly.
• Help to expand European language data into other sectors.
• Maintain the accuracy of the database and your country through productive research.
• Data entry.
• Build relationships with editorial staff and verify information for allocated newspapers and publications through telephone contact and meetings.
• Responsibility for looking after a national newspaper
• Help to support our PR clients across all sectors and various levels, by answering queries including via email and telephone
Desired Skills and Experience:
• Fluent German & English (written/Oral), 3rd language desirable (French or Dutch) but not essential
• Interest and knowledge of the media industry in Europe, specifically German/DACH
• Data entry skills
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all work
• Ability to conduct productive research via internet and telephone
• Ability to deal with clients/journalists at all levels
• Relationship building and maintain relationships
• Self motivated with ability to time manage
• Confident telephone manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in all languages
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work
Alongside a competitive salary of up to £19,400 pro rata per annum we also offer the following excellent benefits:
– Pension Scheme (up to 5% company contribution)
– 25 Days Holiday + 8 BH
– 4 x Life assurance
– Subsidised canteen
– Denplan
– Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
– Childcare Vouchers
– Subsidised gym membership
– Great training and development opportunities
….and much more
Jo Siggers
recruitment@gorkana.com
Nationalities Accepted: EU nationals only
Expires: May 31, 2014
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