Public Relations Manager

Maison Pyramide; Dubai; On-site; AED 267,840 - 468,720; Full time

Job summary

Maison Pyramide in Dubai is seeking a seasoned PR Manager to lead communication strategies and initiatives for retainers and strategic events. You will work with the PR, Marketing and Events teams to deliver clear, compelling brand messages within budget and timelines.

You will manage day-to-day client relations across multiple accounts, build strong media and influencer relationships, and shape campaigns across traditional and digital channels to elevate the brands in the luxury and lifestyle

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 6 years' experience of PR
• Experience within the luxury and lifestyle sector is preferable
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR and communications campaigns for retained and new clients. Use insights to drive decision making in strategy development to execute effectively.
• Lead day-to-day client relations on multiple accounts and/or projects.
• Maintain constant and clear communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal strategy teams and support research, briefs and strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders; stylists, press thought leaders etc.
• Leverage network of influencer contacts for earned media opportunities that drive reach and advocacy.
• Build relations with senior media contacts for coverage and ongoing client opportunities whilst seeking new ways to raise the profile of our brands and drive news.
• Responsible for budget and timeline management for client accounts.
• Lead on the development of press releases, written statements, interviews etc.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of relevant competitive and category landscape and updates teams.
• Continually research and identify opportunities to build exposure through awareness for our clients to cut through the changing landscape.
• Monitor, analyze and communicate PR results on a monthly basis to clients and compile monthly reports / project reports that include status on progress and performance.
• Coordinate on PR activations, press related events, shoots etc.
• Establish a strong image for MP. Increase the profile of MP and its founders by identifying opportunities across diverse media outlets, speaking opportunities, industry events.
• Contribute to the growth of the PR department via business development and identifying potential new clients.
• Collaborate cross functionally closely with other departments and the company's seniors towards meeting clients targets and growth.

Skills

Communications

Articulate English

Organizational skills

Strategic planning

Media/influencer relations

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The PR Manager is responsible for managing at full capacity, the communication strategies and initiatives for existing and new retainer clients and strategic events. As PR Manager you will have in-depth communications experience and strong managerial traits. You will work closely with the wider PR team, as well as the Marketing and Events teams, to ensure we deliver clear, compelling and strategic brand communications within optimal timing and budget for our clients. You will be competent in working with both traditional and new media platforms and have a deep understanding of the ever-evolving digital and social media landscape.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute on PR & Communications campaigns including strategy, goals, budget and tactics for retained and new clients. Use insights to drive decision making in strategy development to execute effectively.
• Lead day-to-dayclient relationson multiple accounts and/or projects.
• Maintain constant and clear communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal strategy teamsand support research, briefs and strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders; stylists, press thought leaders etc.
• Leverage network of influencer contacts for earned media opportunities that drive reach and advocacy.
• Build relations with senior media contacts for coverage and ongoing client opportunities whilst seeking new ways to raise the profile of our brands and drive news.
• Responsible for budget and timeline managementfor client accounts.
• Lead on the development of press releases, written statements, interviews etc.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of relevant competitive and category landscape and updates teams.
• Continually research and identify opportunities to build exposure through awareness for our clients to cut through the changing landscape.
• Monitor,analyze and communicate PR results on a monthly basis to clients and compile monthly reports / project reports that include status on progress and performance.
• Coordinate on PR activations, press related events, shoots etc.
• Establish a strong image for MP. Increase the profile of MP and its founders by identifying opportunities across diverse media outlets, speaking opportunities, industry events.
• Contribute to the growth of the PR department via business development and identifying potential new clients.
• Collaborate cross functionally closely with other departments and the company's seniors towards meeting clients targets and growth.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 6 years' experience of PR
• Experience within the luxury and lifestyle sector is preferable
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent Communications skills
• Articulate in both written and spoken English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Plans strategically
• Strong connection with media and influencers
• Creativity