PR and Communications Manager, EMEA

Flight Centre Travel Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global travel company is seeking a PR and Communications Manager EMEA. This role involves strategic development and execution of the corporate PR strategy across the EMEA region. The ideal candidate will have a related degree and over 6 years of experience in PR, along with strong media relations and stakeholder management skills. The position offers exclusive travel discounts, career development opportunities, and a vibrant workplace culture.

Benefits

Exclusive Travel Discounts

Career Development

Vibrant Culture & industry-renowned social events

Active Hour

Comprehensive Health Cash Plan

Health & Wellbeing Challenges

Financial Wellbeing Support

Company-matched charitable donations

Excellent pension scheme

Share options

Electric vehicle scheme

Salary sacrifice benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years in similar PR and Communications function.
• B2B experience across multiple countries or regions is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of corporate PR strategy across EMEA.
• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies.
• Coordinate PR activities, ensuring consistent execution across regions.
• Align global PR strategy with stakeholders.

Skills

Public Relations

Media Relations

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Communication

Education

Public Relations or related degree

Job description

The PR and Communications Manager EMEA will lead the strategic development and hands‑on execution of the Corporate PR strategy across EMEA. This role will also act as the strategic leader of our global FCM PR strategy. Within the region you will leverage your experience in media relations, public affairs and senior stakeholder management to build, drive and deliver media and communication strategies for FCtGs Corporate Travel brands across EMEA.

About Flight Centre Travel Group

Flight Centre Travel Group is one of the world’s largest travel companies with over 12,000 employees globally – who we call 'Flighties'. With over thirty brands under our family tree and headquarters in more than twenty countries, our roles are diverse and our opportunities are endless. When we say we’re a great place to work, we have the proof to back it up. Over the past 12 years we’ve been voted a ‘Great Place to Work’, including one of the best workplaces for wellbeing and best workplaces for women. Together, we live and breathe our number one philosophy, our people, and turn up each day driven by our purpose to open up the world for those who want to see. Put simply, we’re a bunch of travel lovers looking for more travel lovers to join our family.

The Role

As the global strategic lead of the FCM business, you will lead the direction and guide the regional execution of our PR goals across the FCM business. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders and colleagues across the globe and bring strong journalistic connections to the business.

Regional Strategy:

• Responsible for the regional development, customisation and execution of comprehensive communications strategies and programs that position our corporate brands as leaders in their segment.
• Ensure coverage across key strategic themes in prioritised channels as identified in collaboration with the business.

Regional Execution:

• Through a blend of proactive and reactive initiatives, coordinate the delivery of agreed PR activities by owning the narrative tied to each of our brands.
• Work across countries and partner with agencies where appropriate to ensure consistent execution across the EMEA region.

Global FCM Strategy:

• Work with global stakeholders to align on a clear PR strategy for FCM to reinforce our "alternative" positioning and drive the amplification of strategic messages designed to support the business to better win and retain customers.
• Drive consistency of execution across all regions.
• Be a central point of contact for senior FCM stakeholders.

Communications:

• As required, support the creation and execution of communications activities designed to address internal, crisis and customer communication needs.

About you

• Public Relations or related degree or qualification – Essential
• 6+ years in similar PR and Communications function – Essential
• B2B and multi‑country/region experience – Desirable

What's in it for you

• Exclusive Travel Discounts: As part of Flight Centre Travel Group, you gain access to exclusive industry rates and discounts through our in‑house travel team.
• Career Development: With Flight Centre Travel Group’s global presence, spanning 30+ brands in over 20 countries, you’ll have clear career pathways and the resources you need to achieve your professional goals, including training and support.
• Vibrant Culture & industry‑renowned social events: Experience our fun, industry‑renowned culture with exciting social events such as monthly awards nights, global conferences, end‑of‑financial‑year balls, and more.
• Active Hour: Prioritise your well‑being with an hour dedicated each week to focus on your fitness or personal wellness.
• Comprehensive Health Cash Plan: Get reimbursed for a variety of medical services, including dental, optical, and chiropractic care, with our bronze‑level health cash plan.
• Health & Wellbeing Challenges: Stay engaged with monthly health and wellbeing challenges designed to keep you motivated and healthy.
• Financial Wellbeing Support: Access expert financial services, including mortgage advice, regulated financial guidance, and money coaching to help you manage your finances.
• And Much More: Enjoy a range of additional benefits, including company‑matched charitable donations, an excellent pension scheme, share options, an electric vehicle scheme, and a variety of salary sacrifice benefits.

Our number one philosophy is Our people. Flight Centre Travel Group's promise is to provide an environment with equality of respect, dignity and opportunity for all our employees. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace that reflects the diversity of our society.

We welcome accommodation requests to help make our hiring and onboarding experience as accessible as possible. Please advise us about accommodation needs at any point by contacting our Recruitment Team.