PR Manager

Location London
Discipline: Marketing
Job type: Permanent
Job ref: K6
Published: about 11 hours ago

We are looking for a skilled PR Manager to play a crucial role in shaping and safeguarding our brand image on a global level. As our PR Manager, you will bring a strong background in public relations—ideally within the tourism sector—to drive brand visibility, manage high-profile events, and effectively handle crises with professionalism and poise. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create impactful PR campaigns that resonate internationally. If you’re passionate about brand reputation and have a proven track record in PR, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

  • Comprehensive PR Strategies: Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies to enhance the brand image and reputation internationally, focusing on both the brand and the tourism industry.

  • Event PR: Handle high-class event PR, ensuring seamless execution of PR campaigns that align with overall business goals and objectives.

  • Crisis Management: Manage crisis situations effectively, providing timely and strategic communication during natural catastrophes, terrorist incidents, or other emergencies.

  • Media Relationships: Utilize a well-established network of international contacts to manage media relationships and secure coverage for the brand and its sub-brands.

  • Stakeholder Relationships: Create and maintain relationships with key influencers, journalists, and stakeholders in the tourism and travel industry.

  • Real-time PR Strategies: Collaborate closely with the creative department to develop real-time PR strategies that can be executed promptly in response to emerging events or opportunities.

  • Media Monitoring: Monitor media coverage and sentiment, providing regular reports to the leadership team.

  • Industry Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, news, and global events that may impact the tourism sector.

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in public relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

  • Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in PR, with a focus on international PR within the tourism industry.

  • Track Record: Proven track record of successfully managing high-profile event PR to crisis communication.

  • Network: Solid network of international contacts in media, tourism, and related industries that can be activated instantly.

  • Crisis Management Skills: Excellent crisis management skills, demonstrating the ability to remain calm and strategic in high-pressure situations.

  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Real-time Execution: Ability to create and execute PR strategies spontaneously in real-time.

  • Collaboration: Experience working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.