External Comms - PR Exec

Identify and develop story opportunities that support Premier Inn's brand and business objectives.

Research, write and distribute engaging press releases and communication materials.

Support the planning and delivery of PR campaigns and media activity.

Act as a key contact for communications agencies, attending meetings and helping to coordinate activity.

Respond to media enquiries, including journalist requests, stay requests and reactive issues.

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Marketing, Operations, Guest Relations, Sustainability, Commercial and Legal teams.

Support reputation management activity and assist with proactive and reactive media relations.

Participate in the out-of-hours PR on-call rota, including occasional weekend cover, supporting media enquiries and issues management when required.

Contribute ideas and recommendations for future PR opportunities aligned to business priorities and wider brand strategy.

Bonus up to 10%

Up to 10% contributory pension

Up to 60% off Premier Inn and Hub stays

Individual and company-wide performance incentives

Discounts and cashback from a wide range of retailers and leisure providers

Excellent learning and development opportunities within one of the UK's leading hospitality businesses

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating content for different audiences.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality work to tight deadlines.

Outstanding interpersonal skills and confidence communicating with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

A curious mindset, with enthusiasm for identifying stories and learning new things.

The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and sometimes unpredictable environment.

Confidence working independently and taking ownership of projects and tasks.

Good judgement and discretion when dealing with sensitive or reputation-related issues.

The ability and willingness to undertake occasional travel when required.

A professional qualification in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or a related discipline.

Experience within hospitality, travel or consumer-facing industries.

Previous experience working within a large organisation or corporate environment.

Experience supporting PR, communications, media relations or brand marketing activity.