PR & Communications Manager -in-house- Hospitality Industry
c£40-48k plus benefits
West Sussex (2 days required in office plus 1 day in London office)
As the global and regional authority in hospitality and to solidify the brand’s positive impact in gastronomy, we are seeking an experienced in-house PR & Communications Manager.
This epic business dominates the scene as the go-to for top-tier hospitality awards events, globally renowned as the cutting-edge innovator in its realm.
This role involves collaborating with the Head of PR & Communications and PR Account Executive within the dynamic PR team, driven by a goal of delivering ROI-driven, multi-channel communication campaigns for sponsors, in response to exceptional growth.
Role Overview:
- Foster positive relationships with contracted PR agencies through regular communication
- Lead and supervise agencies handling media relations for events/activities from inception to post-event reports
- Assist PR agencies in arranging media interviews with key figures pre, during, and post-awards events
- Collaborate with PR agencies to develop media messages, FAQs, and other materials for media pitching
- Review and provide feedback on press materials drafted by PR agencies
- Coordinate events media relations, including agency briefing, Press Conference, and asset distribution
- Support Head of PR and Director of Content in developing brand communication and action plan
- Oversee hosted media program for each awards, collaborating with destination partners
- Manage PR Account Executive in day-to-day task execution
- Perform administrative tasks, including maintaining media databases and organizing PR folders
Requirements:
- In-house PR experience working for a hospitality/food/drinks business
- Experience in international PR and events
- Proven track record in consumer-facing brand PR campaigns
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple projects
- Knowledge of media landscape and international media relations
- Interest in restaurants, bars, and hotels
- Knowledge of Cision, PowerPoint, and Adobe is desirable
- Language skills are a plus