As PR & Communications Executive, you will support the delivery of the company's external PR and internal communications activity, helping to enhance our reputation and engage our people. This role is primarily focused on PR, including managing the press office, drafting press materials and supporting proactive media outreach, while also contributing to some internal communications by creating engaging content across colleague platforms and campaigns. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with PR experience who is looking to broaden their skillset into internal communications within a fast‑paced hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the day‑to‑day running of the press office, including handling media enquiries, filming requests and reactive issues.
* Draft press releases and media materials across campaigns, investments, openings, charity and company news.
* Proactively pitch stories to secure coverage across a range of media.
* Build and maintain relationships with journalists and external partners.
* Coordinate PR activity including press visits, gifted experiences in our venues and stakeholder visits.
* Monitor and report on media coverage using tools such as Cision.
* Support award entry writing and PR reporting.
* Maintain awareness of media activity and potential reputational risks.
* Create engaging content for internal colleague platforms (e.g. Stonegate Central, Viva Engage).
* Draft internal communications including emails and internal news stories.
* Adapt tone of voice for different audiences across internal channels.
* Work with stakeholders across the business to source and shape content.
* Contribute creative ideas to improve colleague engagement.
* Support writing and posting corporate LinkedIn content.
* Capture and edit photo/video content where required (desirable).
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a PR, communications or related role.
* Strong writing skills with experience drafting press releases and communications content.
* Understanding of media relations and confidence pitching stories.
* Familiarity with media monitoring tools (e.g. Cision).
* Ability to adapt writing style for different audiences.
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied workload.
* Confident stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
* Proactive, adaptable and keen to learn across both PR and internal communications.
* A creative storyteller with strong attention to detail.
* A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
* Internal communications experience or interest in developing in this area.
* Video filming/editing or content creation skills.
* Familiarity with Canva or similar tools.
Benefits
* 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
* Bonus Scheme.
* Access to discounted Private Medical Insurance through Vitality.
* Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance.
* Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate.
* Life Assurance which gives access to Help @ Hand.
* Access to your pay early via Stream.
* The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers.
* Discounted access to David Lloyd membership.
* Award winning Learning & Development programmes to drive your career.
We are committed to an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms, including neurodiversity, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and supported.
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