PR & Communications Manager

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PR & Communications Manager

Barcelona, ES, 08430

Full Time

Something Extraordinary Every Day

As our PR & Communications Manager, you will ensure the optimal positioning of the Village in local and international media, focusing on communicating the right image and message to the general consumer market, the press community, and internally to staff and partners.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, has a passion for luxury retail, and is customer-focused with the ability to influence change.

About the role

• Work with Group Marketing Services to test new internal communication tools/channels (Salesforce & Chatter) to share internal news and information across all Villages and central teams.
• Responsible for copywriting audit and streamlining all copy across the Villages, working closely with GMS, COS, and Digital to develop a communication strategy.
• Develop a common language, voice, and branding through internal communication to create a VR lexicon or style guide.
• Coordinate and prepare content for quarterly Town Hall Meetings.
• Participate in the Partners in Health – Sustainability steering group.
• As part of the corporate communications team, develop and create structured systems and templates for the corporate and internal communications teams.

External

• Contribute to setting corporate PR objectives for the Villages based on priority.
• Liaise closely with and act as a conduit between Village, COS, and GMS/corporate PR teams.
• Identify story ideas and angles for Value Retail (e.g., new brand campaigns, Chic Talents, the differentiated customer, international tourists, unique business and retail models, etc.).
• Collect and archive a library of corporate Village photography materials.
• Develop VR Press File/Corporate Brochure.
• Regularly audit the VR.com site.

Role requirements

• Degree in Journalism, Digital Marketing, or similar.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to create innovative and effective working methods.
• Build effective working partnerships with Group functions and Village teams.
• Foster close networks and relationships with agencies, media, and press contacts.

The Bicester Collection is the world's leading luxury shopping destination, committed to creating magical and memorable experiences for our guests. Named after the founding Village, The Bicester Collection comprises 12 Villages across Europe, China, and the US, united as one collection for our guests, brand partners, travel and tourism partners, media, and colleagues.

Come and live your story with us

Our success depends on the talent and commitment of our people. We are diverse in background, age, experience, and leadership style. We believe that an inclusive workforce makes magic happen. We have huge ambitions for what we can achieve together, and we want to have fun!

In return for your dedication and hard work, you will receive a generous salary, a competitive benefits package including extra leave on your birthday, marriage, or moving, discounts throughout our villages, a generous employee referral bonus, private medical and dental cover, and many more benefits!