Public Relations Manager
FIVE Hotels & Resorts
Location
Dubai
Category
Management
Type
Full-time
The role
An Exhilarating Opportunity Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry. Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves. The Candidate A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter. Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Public Relations Team as a Public Relations Manager will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights! What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Public Relations with a distinct advantage given to candidates with agency experience. Hotel pre-opening experience is Preferred. Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English. Knowledge of Arabic is a plus. Strong familiarity with the Media Landscape, Relationships and Network with key Media Outlets, Journalists, and Influencers, especially in the Middle East region. ‘FIVE-Styled’ Visionary thinking by finding Creative Solutions, while taking Ownership for all duties and tasks assigned. Ability to Multitask, handle tight Deadlines, and work under pressure in a Fast-Paced Environment. Excellent Organisation, Time Management Skills and Attention to Detail. A Proactive, Self-Motivated, Solution-Oriented and Creative professional, with the ability to work within Collaborative environments and Autonomously. Must have a Strong Passion for Dining, Nightlife and all things related to the World of Hospitality. Computer Literacy, with a mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. The role will require regular travel to Ibiza to support Public Relations initiatives, Media Engagements, Events, and other business requirements. Key Responsibilities Develops, plans and implements proactive Public Relations Strategies to promote FIVE and Enhance Brand Reputation in the market. Drives the Launch of Public Relations Campaigns for New Hotel Openings, ensuring Extensive Media Coverage and Stakeholder Engagements. Cultivates and Nurtures long-lasting Relationships with local, regional, and international Media Outlets, employing Top-Notch Communication and Interpersonal Skills to ensure favourable press outcomes. Oversees the Development of Press Releases, Interviews, Quotes, Articles, and other Public Relations Communications Materials that reflect FIVE’s Tone of Voice and imitable ‘Vibe at FIVE.’ Crafts and refines Editorial Pitches and Narratives that mirror the essence of FIVE and compellingly Convey Brand Stories to the Press. Coordinates Media Visits, and handles Media Queries, Interviews and Speaker Engagements Promptly. Organises, Manages, and Promotes Public Relations activities such as Press Engagements, Interviews, etc. that are in line with business needs. Carries out Site Inspections and assists at Media Events and Photoshoots. Develops and Maintains a Network of Industry Experts and Thought Leaders for potential collaborations. Stays updated on Industry Trends, Best Practices, and Regulatory Guidelines related to Public Relations and Media Management. Anticipates potential Public Relations Crises and comes Prepared with preemptive solutions. Handles any Public Relations issues Swiftly, Discreetly and Professionally. Monitors and Analyses results, ensuring Metrics align with FIVE’s Industry-Leading Objectives. Mentors and Guides Junior Team Members, fostering an Environment of Learning and Growth. Is Dubai-based and works cross-functionally across FIVE’s portfolio of properties in Dubai, Ibiza, Zurich and New York, supporting global Public Relations initiatives and ensuring brand consistency across all markets.