UK PR & Communications Manager - Luxury Hospitality

UK PR & Communications Manager - Luxury Hospitality

Mode Search is supporting a globally recognised luxury hotel collection in their search for a UK PR Manager.

The ideal candidate will support the development and execution of the group’s communication, PR and influencer marketing strategy within the UK.

Reporting to the Head of Communications UK, the candidate’s principal role is to manage the day-to-day management and execution of all regional PR and communication activities together with the Director of Sales, Marketing & Communications.

This full-time position offers 1 day working from home.

The Role

• Responsible for co-creating, implementing and measuring the success of a comprehensive marketing, communications and public relations programme that will enhance the hotel’s image and position within the marketplace and the general public, and facilitate internal and external communications.
• Responsible for overseeing all hotel marketing, communications and public relations activities and materials including publications, media relations, client acquisition etc.
• Ensure articulation of the hotel’s desired image and position, consistent communication of image and position throughout the hotel, and communication of image and position to all internal and external constituencies.
• Coordinate media interest in the hotel and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests.
• Evaluate brand partners for cultural programmes. Conceptualise, implement and coordinate a calendar of events to ensure the hotel remains a cultural epicentre through innovative and creative cultural programming.
• Coordinate the appearance of all hotel print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc. to be “on brand”.
• Keep informed of developments in the fields of marketing, communications public relations, and the specific business of the hotel and use this information to help the hotel operate with initiative and innovation.
• Ensure an efficient and well-organised digital marketing department, ensuring all associates are well-trained and highly motivated.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic PR. Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with partners such as press, influencers, and agencies.
• Preferable exposure and experience of being part of a pre-opening/launch team.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modelling inclusive behaviours.
• Strong existing connections within the press and influencer communities.
• Highly social, energetic, and present at industry events. A natural networker who can build relationships quickly and effectively.
• Strong strategic and operational skills. Capable of handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Driven by leading own projects and working towards set goals with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Goal-oriented and proactive, precise and structured.
• A genuine interest in the luxury and hospitality industries. Up to date with the latest trends and developments within the industry and social media.