PR Contract Jobs in Bristol
Principal Cyber Risk Management and Assurance Advisor - Active SC
Posted 1 day ago by Mayfleet Recruitment Limited
A government client is recruiting for an interim Principal Cyber Risk Management and Assurance Advisor. In this role, yo...
- Rate £750 per day
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location London, Bristol or Manchester
HR Project Manager - Change & OD
Posted 3 days ago by CHAMBERS TALENT LIMITED
Have you helped reshape a business to better aligned with a new vision in the past? Do you have a strong track record in...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
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Principal Oracle Payroll Functional/Technical Consultant
Posted 5 days ago by Experis
Principal Oracle Payroll Functional/Technical Consultant Location: UK (Remote with occasional travel to client sites) Ra...
- Rate £800 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Product Manager - (SC Clearance Needed)
Posted 5 days ago by Harvey Nash
What You'll Be DoingDefining product visions, strategies, roadmaps and MVPs.Leading discovery and ideation workshops wit...
- Rate £500 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Senior Project Manager
Posted 5 days ago by Henderson Scott
Key ResponsibilitiesManage complex technology projects and workstreams from initiation through to implementation.Deliver...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Sales Order Processor - Contract
Posted 1 week ago by SRT Marine Systems plc
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a global leader in maritime domain awareness technologies, delivering systems and produc...
- Rate £38,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Temple Meads, Bristol (BS1), BS1 6BX
Civil Project Engineer
Posted 1 week ago by TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide civil engineering support across major transmission projects from development through design...
- Rate £850 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Technical Project Manager
Posted 1 week ago by TALENT INTERNATIONAL UK LTD
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to drive the delivery of complex IT, software, and...
- Rate £785 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Project Coordinator
Posted 2 weeks ago by Experis
The RoleWe are currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator to support a nationwide retail technology deployment progr...
- Rate £200 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
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About Our PR Contract Roles in Bristol
What does a pr contractor do?
Organisations bring in PR contractors to manage and protect the reputation of an organisation through strategic communications with media, stakeholders, and the public, building positive coverage, managing crises, and shaping the narrative around a business, issue, or individual. Contract engagements arise when an organisation needs PR support during a specific campaign, product launch, or event, when it is managing a reputational challenge that requires dedicated resource, when a PR function has a vacancy, or when specialist PR expertise is needed in a particular area such as corporate communications, consumer PR, public affairs, or crisis communications. PR contractors are used across commercial, public sector, not-for-profit, and political environments.
What sets strong PR contractors apart is depend on the specialism and seniority of the role. Media relations skills, including the ability to develop compelling story angles, write press releases and features, and build and maintain relationships with journalists across relevant publications, are the foundation of most PR contracting roles. For more senior or strategic roles, experience developing communications strategies, managing issues and crises, advising boards and executives on reputation management, and working with agencies and other communications partners is expected. Sector knowledge is a meaningful differentiator in PR contracting: a corporate PR contractor who understands the regulatory sensitivities of financial services, the technical complexity of life sciences communications, or the political dynamics of public sector communications brings considerably more value than a generalist practitioner. CIPR membership and qualification is well regarded at senior levels.
What is the market like for pr contractors?
The PR contract market is a steady mid-volume market driven by the episodic and project-based nature of much PR activity. Campaign launches, award programmes, product announcements, and crisis situations create peaks in demand for specialist PR resource that permanent teams cannot always absorb. Corporate communications and financial PR, where the regulatory and reputational stakes are highest, are among the most active and best-paying segments of the PR contracting market. Rates vary considerably by specialism and seniority, with senior corporate communications and financial PR contractors commanding rates well above generalist consumer PR market rates. The ability to move quickly, operate with senior stakeholders, and manage high-profile or sensitive communications situations from day one is what distinguishes the most valued PR contractors.
What is the contracting market like in Bristol?
Aerospace, defence, and advanced engineering distinguish Bristol from other cities of comparable size. Major employers in the north fringe and surrounding area generate consistent requirements for systems engineering, safety-critical software, and security-cleared contractors, while the Temple Quarter and harbour area house a thriving technology and digital scene producing roles in product, design, data, and full stack development. Financial services and insurance employers add further breadth. This combination of engineering heritage and a vibrant digital economy gives the city unusual variety in its contracting opportunities. Defence and aerospace roles requiring security clearance command rates that rival the capital, while the broader technology and change market offers strong opportunity at a noticeably lower cost of living.
How much do pr contractors usually earn in Bristol?
Contract rates for pr roles in Bristol typically range from £250 to £500 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many pr vacancies in Bristol are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 100 pr contract roles across the site, with Bristol showing consistent demand. Data reviewed up to September 2026.