PR and social media Director

About The Courthouse Hotel The Courthouse hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel ideally situated in an old Grade II Listed Magistrates Court, retaining much of its original historical features but with a modern twist. Our hotel is located where stylish Mayfair, fashionable Soho and the West End meet and is within walking distance of Londons famous shopping street New Bond Street which is revered throughout the world for its wealth of elegant stores, exclusive brands, art and antiques. Here at Courthouse Hotel London - Soho we are looking for a motivated professional Reception Shift Leader to join our busy Front of House Team. Our hotel consists of 116 bedrooms, 5 meeting rooms, 3 restaurants, a high-end chic roof terrace, 100-seater private cinema and The Bar in our lobby, an exciting and amazing place to work! Overview: The PR and social media Director is responsible for managing the public relations and social media strategies to enhance the hotels brand image and engage with guests. This role involves creating and executing PR campaigns, managing social media platforms, and building relationships with media and influencers. Key Responsibilities Develop and Implement PR Strategies: Create and execute comprehensive PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation. Social Media Management: Oversee the hotels social media presence across various platforms, ensuring consistent and engaging content. Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure positive coverage. Content Creation: Develop compelling content for press releases, social media posts, blogs, and other communication channels. Crisis Management: Handle any PR crises with a calm and strategic approach, ensuring minimal impact on the hotels reputation. Event Planning: Organize and manage press events, media tours, and other promotional activities. Analytics and Reporting: Monitor and analyse the performance of PR and social media campaigns, providing regular reports and insights. Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, and other departments to ensure cohesive communication strategies. Key Skills Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement effective PR and social media strategies. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages. Media Relations: Strong network and relationship-building skills with media and influencers. Creativity: Innovative thinking to create engaging content and campaigns. Crisis Management: Ability to handle high-pressure situations calmly and strategically. Analytical Skills: Proficiency in using analytics tools( Google Analytics) to measure and report on campaign performance. Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in PR and social media management, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry. Track Record: Proven experience in managing successful PR campaigns and social media strategies. This role is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the hotels public image and engaging with guests through effective communication strategies. And what do you get in return! Competitive salary 28 days holidays (Including bank holidays) Meals provided when on duty. Staff rates for friends & family across all the company hotels (subject to availability) Workplace pension Eligibility In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. The Courthouse Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applicants, we will only respond to candidates with suitable experience.

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