PR Samples Assistant

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Burberry is looking for a talented PR Samples Assistant to join the Global Press Samples team. In this role, you will be strategically involved in managing the identification, prioritisation, and allocation of all key products in the business to support PR teams around the world in executing their objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and passionate junior communications professional, who can continue to build on and develop strong cross-functional relationships and share their depth of knowledge eloquently internally and externally. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of global press samples including but not limited to:
  • managing all send outs and returns globally across menswear
  • tracking and monitoring samples on fashion GPS
  • quality control of any returning samples
  • managing all shipping invoices and documentation
  • tracking all couriers and shipments to ensure no delays
• Overseeing the delivery of all PR sample orders globally
• Management of the archiving system for all Burberry runway and main line collections
• Supporting wider PR team during key moments such as shows, press days
• Reporting on sample activity on a weekly basis

PERSONAL PROFILE

• At least one year of experience in luxury fashion PR, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Organised, hardworking, and enthusiastic with a proactive approach to tasks.

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || Not Applicable || London || MARKETING || CENTRAL - PUBLIC RELATIONS || n/a ||