Public Relations Coordinator

Caulfield East - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 75000 - 75000

Posted on: 28 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for aPublic Relations Coordinator to join our Marketing Department on a 12-month fixed-term full-time contract. The successful candidate will assist with the implementation of the Clubs PR and communication strategies across major campaign periods raceday calendar and non-racing events.

The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is proud to berecognised as a& 2024 Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice. We are one of Australias most prestigious Sports Events and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield Sportsbet Sandown and Mornington Racecourses we own 15 pub venues under the Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG).

What will your responsibilities be

Provide support to the PR manager across all the Clubs proactive PR strategies.
Support the development and execute the implementation of the 2026 Summer Autumn Carnival campaign and 2026 Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Carnival campaign PR and content strategy.
Co-manage PR elements including the creation and distribution of media materials pitching and executing media opportunities with local national and racing specific media.
Assist in maintaining effective relationships with Club ambassadors talent external stakeholders including sponsors and partners and liaise with them on PR opportunities and manage briefings.
Ensure partners sponsors and stakeholder commitments are represented as agreed.
Profile the stories and people of racing in line with Campaign periods and racedays to generate positive awareness.
Report on PR performance to marketing team and wider business as required.

Skills & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Public Relations Professional Communications Journalism Media Marketing or related discipline.
Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role or PR agency.
Knowledge of key industry players general racing knowledge well regarded.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
A keen interest in the field of PR with a strong understanding of the media landscape.
Excellent organisational skills.

Whats in it for you

Brand new state-of-the-art administration building with standing desks and breakout spaces.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Access to our year-round well-being initiatives including our Employee Assistance Program for staff and family.
Racing Industry Member passes discounts across our family of brands and free tickets to a wide range of events.
Free onsite parking or a short walk from Caulfield Station & Tram services.

Melbourne Racing Club values differences in gender age ethnicity race cultural background disability religion and sexual orientation and encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Required Experience:

What will your responsibilities be

Provide support to the PR manager across all the Clubs proactive PR strategies.
Support the development and execute the implementation of the 2026 Summer Autumn Carnival campaign and 2026 Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Carnival campaign PR and content strategy.
Co-manage PR elements including the creation and distribution of media materials pitching and executing media opportunities with local national and racing specific media.
Assist in maintaining effective relationships with Club ambassadors talent external stakeholders including sponsors and partners and liaise with them on PR opportunities and manage briefings.
Ensure partners sponsors and stakeholder commitments are represented as agreed.
Profile the stories and people of racing in line with Campaign periods and racedays to generate positive awareness.
Report on PR performance to marketing team and wider business as required.

Skills & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Public Relations Professional Communications Journalism Media Marketing or related discipline.
Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role or PR agency.
Knowledge of key industry players general racing knowledge well regarded.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
A keen interest in the field of PR with a strong understanding of the media landscape.
Excellent organisational skills.

Whats in it for you

Brand new state-of-the-art administration building with standing desks and breakout spaces.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Access to our year-round well-being initiatives including our Employee Assistance Program for staff and family.
Racing Industry Member passes discounts across our family of brands and free tickets to a wide range of events.
Free onsite parking or a short walk from Caulfield Station & Tram services.

Melbourne Racing Club values differences in gender age ethnicity race cultural background disability religion and sexual orientation and encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Required Experience: