Public Relations; PR Manager - FIVE Palm Jumeirah

Public Relations Manager – FIVE Hotels & Resorts

Five Hotels & Resorts seeks a proactive, self‑starter Public Relations Manager to deliver exceptional experiences across our award‑winning lifestyle destinations and drive brand reputation.

A driven self‑starter with excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Astute creative and critical thinker, able to conceptualise and implement innovative solutions in a fast‑paced environment. Detail‑oriented, proactive, high‑motivated, and able to work autonomously or collaboratively.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of public‑relations experience, preferably with agency or hotel pre‑opening experience.
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills in English;
  Arabic a plus.
• Strong familiarity with the media landscape and relationships with key media outlets, journalists and influencers in the Middle East region.
• Visionary, “FIVE‑styled” thinking and ownership of all responsibilities.
• Ability to multitask, manage tight deadlines and thrive under pressure.
• Excellent organisational, time‑management and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Proactive, solution‑oriented, creative professional able to work independently or within teams.
• Strong passion for dining, nightlife and all aspects of hospitality.
• Computer literacy with mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Develop, plan and implement proactive public‑relations strategies to promote FIVE and enhance brand reputation.
• Drive launch of public‑relations campaigns for new hotel openings, securing extensive media coverage and stakeholder engagement.
• Cultivate long‑lasting relationships with local, regional and international media outlets, ensuring favourable press outcomes.
• Oversee creation of press releases, interviews, quotes, articles and other communications materials that reflect FIVE’s tone of voice.
• Craft editorial pitches and narratives that mirror the essence of FIVE and convey brand stories to the press.
• Coordinate media visits, handle media queries, interviews and speaker engagements promptly.
• Organise, manage and promote public‑relations activities such as press engagements and interviews in line with business needs.
• Perform site inspections and assist at media events and photo‑shoots.
• Develop and maintain a network of industry experts and thought leaders for potential collaborations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices and regulatory guidelines related to public‑relations and media management.
• Anticipate potential public‑relations crises and prepare pre‑emptive solutions.
• Handle any public‑relations issues swiftly, discreetly and professionally.
• Monitor and analyze results, ensuring metrics align with FIVE’s objectives.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering an environment of learning and growth.
• Be Dubai‑based and work cross‑functionally across FIVE’s portfolio of properties in Dubai, Ibiza, Zurich and New York, supporting global public‑relations initiatives and ensuring brand consistency across all markets.

FIVE is an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, nationality, marital status or any other protected characteristic under local laws.

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