Public & Media Relations Manager UK, Ireland, BeNeLux (m/f/x)

AccorCorpo; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader based in London is seeking a PR specialist to implement strategic public relations initiatives. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in public relations and over 5 years of experience, particularly in corporate communication. This role offers a hybrid work model and numerous career development opportunities. Join a vibrant team committed to creating meaningful experiences for guests and employees alike, engaging in diverse and inclusive workplace practices.

Benefits

Discounts for hotels worldwide

Talent development opportunities

Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in public relations, preferably in international teams.
• Strong media relations background with a proven track record.
• Business fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic PR plans based on corporate objectives.
• Manage and execute corporate brand PR activities.
• Collaborate with ENA PR team on regional strategy.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations or related field

Tools

PR tools and platforms

Job description

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Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life beats to the rhythm of passion!
A pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, Accor brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations, across 110 countries. Each brand has its own personality, in which you may recognize yourself, but they all share a common ambition: to innovate and challenge the status quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is above all a matter of the heart.
You will join a caring environment and a team where you can fully express yourself. You will benefit from an atmosphere that fosters growth, the discovery of other professions, and the pursuit of career opportunities-within your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, both within and beyond the hospitality sector, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.
Whatever you do with us, in any profession, will offer you a deep sense of purpose: creating sustainable, memorable, and meaningful experiences for your guests, your colleagues, and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart.
Join us and become a Heartist®.
To discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Job Description

Ensure consistent positioning and increase visibility of Accor and its Premium, Midscale & Economy brands across all media within UK, Ireland and Benelux.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a strategic PR plan based on brand pillars and corporate objectives
• Ensure consistent messaging tailored to culturally diverse markets within the region
• Manage and execute Corporate and Brand PR activities in the region, supporting Global PR initiatives when suitable
• Enhance Accor and PME brands' positioning within key target media across UK, Ireland and Benelux
• Identify media opportunities and lead proactive story-pitching
• Translate brand programmes and corporate messaging into creative PR strategies
• Manage PR agencies to ensure streamlined external communication
• Support the spokespeople strategy for Accor executives and their positioning at media and industry events
• Collaborate with the ENA PR team on overall regional strategy
• Cultivate and manage media networks across the region

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in public relations, communications or related field
• 5+ years of experience in PR, preferably in international teams or agencies
• Strong media relations background with proven track record in corporate communication
• Crisis and reputation management skills
• Business fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
• Proficiency in PR tools and platforms for monitoring, reporting, and content creation
• Understanding of the hospitality and travel industry trends
• Creative thinker with ability to translate strategic plans into actionable outputs

Additional Information

What's in there for you?

• Unique opportunity to develop your career with worldwide Augmented Hospitality leaders.
• Package of benefits and perks of working for Accor, including discounts for hotels worldwide, and much more!
• Work in a multi-national team.
• Hybrid way of working (3 days in the office + 2 days at home).
• Talent development opportunities.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

If you see yourself in this role and are ready to take your next career step in an international, vibrant, and forward-thinking environment - we'd love to hear from you!

Our values: #BeAllYouAreWithAllYourHeart

At Accor, we are committed to diversity. Every individual, every personality, and every experience has a place to grow and to help us grow collectively. Everything we do, we do with our heart. We are creators of emotion, professionals of human experience, fully dedicated to others and to the world around us.

Live in ACCOR with yourself. With your talents, your passions, your teams, your ambitions-be all that you are with all your heart.