PR & Social Media Assistant
Lotus Realm Ltd
London W1T 3LE
Full job description Job Title: PR & Social Media Assistant
Location: London (on-site at our teahouse, occasional event-based travel)
Job Type: Full-time Working Hours: The standard workload is carried out on weekdays, while special business meetings and events may occasionally be scheduled on weekends.
Annual Salary: Up to £20,000, with additional business expense reimbursements and performance-based bonuses will be provided.
About Lotus Realm
Lotus Realm is a pioneering cultural teahouse and cocktail lounge in the heart of London, blending Chinese tea heritage, wellness philosophy, and contemporary aesthetics. Our mission is to foster cultural connection and sensory experience through meaningful hospitality.
Position Overview
We are looking for a proactive and creative PR & Social Media Assistant to support our brand communications, content output, and event coordination. You’ll work directly with one of our co-founders to help shape the voice and presence of Lotus Realm across digital platforms and in real-life collaborations.
This role is ideal for someone early in their communications career who is eager to contribute to a growing cultural brand.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in planning and executing PR campaigns, partnerships, and media outreach
* Draft and proofread press releases, event copy, and partnership proposals
* Create, schedule, and manage content across platforms (Instagram, Xiaohongshu, TikTok, etc.)
* Track engagement, feedback, and analytics to improve future content
* Support event planning and on-site coordination for press and influencer events
* Maintain media contact databases and respond to outreach
* Collaborate closely with design, bar, and management teams for content accuracy
Requirements
* 1+ year experience in PR, marketing, social media, or communications (internships included)
* Excellent writing and copyediting skills
* Familiarity with social media platforms (especially Instagram & Xiaohongshu)
* Organised, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Fluent in English; fluency in Cantonese is strongly preferred ；Mandarin fluency is a plus
* Comfortable working occasional evenings for events or launches
What We Offer
* Annual salary up to £20,000, depending on experience
* Exposure to a dynamic startup environment at the intersection of culture, food, and design
* Creative freedom and mentorship from founders
* Staff drinks & venue discounts
* Opportunities for skill growth in cross-cultural branding and experiential PR
Schedule
* Daytime schedule, 6 days/week
* Occasional evening shifts to support events or content shoots
* Flexibility possible around event timelines
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short writing sample or link to past social content (if available). Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and creative task.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £20,000.00 per year
Additional pay: Performance bonus Benefits: Discounted or free food
