Join a rapidly growing team at Beam to address the world's most pressing social challenges through innovative technology and storytelling.
Overview
£70000 - £100000
Hybrid remote (London)
Expires at anytime
Beam is on the forefront of tackling significant social issues with cutting-edge technology and AI, empowering thousands to access stable employment and housing. As a member of this vibrant team, you'll be part of a company recognized for its positive societal impact and commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Role Summary:
- Direct collaboration with the Founder and CEO to craft and share compelling success stories.
- Management of the entire PR lifecycle, from idea generation to media training and pitching.
- Strategic development and execution of a PR roadmap to enhance Beam's public sector reputation.
- Networking and building relationships with media, government partners, and industry professionals.
Role Requirements:
- Passion for PR and storytelling in government service transformation.
- Proven track record in securing top-tier and specialist press coverage.
- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach to PR.
- Willingness to learn about government collaboration, regardless of prior experience.
- Strong networking skills and ability to engage with high-level stakeholders.
- Goal-oriented with a drive to meet ambitious impact targets.
- Flexibility and enthusiasm for the dynamic startup environment.
Application Process Details:
- Initial screening call with the talent team.
- Completion of relevant timed tasks.
- One-on-one interview with the CEO.
- Strategic presentation to senior stakeholders.
- Individual meetings with other team members.
At Beam, you get to do work that really matters. We’re solving the world’s toughest social problems. And we’re growing fast 🚀
It’s not easy. Nothing worth doing ever is. But we take care of everyone who works here with everything from coaching to personal budgets and pay highly competitively.
You’ll be joining a company that’s having a huge impact on people’s lives with a culture where you can be yourself, have fun and progress rapidly.
About the role
We believe important stories must be told and none are more important than the millions of people in the UK that have been left behind.
Beam creates human-centred technology that have empowered over 4,000 people to overcome barriers to stable employment and housing. We deliver this impact by partnering with over 90 local authorities and major Central Government departments.
You’ll work directly with our Founder and CEO and senior leaders to tell the success stories of working with people and government bodies, helping to grow our reputation in the public sector and among prospective employees.
Using an incredible craft for effective storytelling and a strong network in the media, together we’ll position Beam as the leader in technology and AI for welfare services.
You’ll be
Managing the whole PR lifecycle - practising the entire PR lifecycle, from idea generation to prepping media lists, pitching and media training
Securing press opportunities - landing a series of Tier 1 and specialist trade press opportunities; sharing stories of our impact and innovation in the sector
Strategic with PR - smart about building a PR roadmap to maximise our positive exposure, while remaining alert to reactive opportunities
Collaborating with partners - building strong working relationships with communications professionals at many government partners
Immersed in tech - passionate about the innovation of welfare services and AI for good
Networking - a face for Beam’s PR, you’ll spark conversations at in-person events and manage relationships with leading journalists and commentators
You are
Passionate - about using PR and storytelling to transform how government can raise the bar on services for those left behind
Strategic and hands-on - entrepreneurial and love rolling up your sleeves to make something happen, but can also plan and execute an impactful PR strategy
A PR expert - you’ll have a stellar background in securing tier 1 and specialist press hits in agencies and / or startups to grow the reputation of a brand in a complex sector
Aninfinite learner - you may have no or limited experience of working with government but you’re someone who loves to learn and be in the detail
A natural networker - someone who can build strong relationships with journalists, other organisations’ comms leaders while interfacing with senior figures in government and business
Goal-driven - able to work with discipline to ambitious impact targets and be a bar raiser for direct reports and others
Adaptable - you thrive on ambiguity, and are energised by the idea of working in a scaling tech company, getting your hands dirty in a fast-moving and ambitious startup
About Beam
We’re a team of over 150 working from our beautiful co-working space in Shoreditch and from home. We’ve picked up an armful of awards for our work (including one from our former Queen!) We’re one of the 10 hottest startups in London, according to WIRED magazine and one of LinkedIn’s Top 15 UK Startups for 2022. We’re also proud to be rated a top company to work for by Escape the City, Tempo and The Dots.
We’re committed to hiring diversely and inclusively. You don’t need a degree to work here and we love to hear from global majority candidates and/or those who’ve experienced social disadvantage. 65% of the people we support are from global majority backgrounds and 17% have disabilities. We believe we serve these people best when we’re a diverse and inclusive team.
Our benefits
Salary of £70k-100k per annum – highly competitive in the tech for good and social enterprise space
EMI-qualifying share options
On-demand therapy, coaching, classes & content - powered by Oliva
Annual company retreat
Personal development budget
1:1 workplace coaching with More Happi
Regular team talks from leading UK tech entrepreneurs
Free subscription to Calm meditation app
Discounted bike and accessories with Cyclescheme
Discounted tech products with Techscheme
Generous Holiday - 28 days per year + bank holidays
Your own financial wellbeing coach through Bippit
Application process
We have a 4-stage interview process, giving you plenty of time to learn about Beam while we get to know you.
Screening call with a member of our talent team
Timed tasks that simulate relevant aspects of the day-to-day role
1-1 interview with our CEO
Presentation to senior stakeholders on a strategic challenge
3 x 1-1 meetings with other Beamers
Feeling excited?
Start your journey to a more impactful career today. We're excited to hear from you.