Cluster Public Relations Manager - Raffles & Fairmont The Red Sea (Saudi National)

AccorHotel Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

On-site Umluj Full-time Manager Public Relations

Mid-level Public Relations role at AccorHotel. Umluj · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Build the hotel's PR plan and budget while aligning property activity with Accor and brand direction
Develop media contacts, prepare press materials, arrange interviews and events, and track coverage
Lead PR event delivery and represent the hotel at conferences, exhibitions, and industry gatherings
Use PR initiatives to support Rooms, F&B, and Banquet sales while working with internal teams
Prepare crisis responses and keep staff informed about company and brand updates

What you bring

A bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, or a related field
At least two years of public relations experience in Saudi Arabia, with hospitality experience strongly preferred
Strong communication, leadership, stakeholder-influence, spokesperson, and presentation skills
Strategic crisis-management ability with commercial understanding of luxury brand positioning
Knowledge of ultra-luxury wellness concepts; pre-opening and wellness-facility setup experience is preferred

Who this fits

This role suits a Saudi national who can work onsite in Umluj and has public relations experience in Saudi Arabia. You’ll fit best if you can represent an ultra-luxury wellness brand, manage reputational risks, and maintain polished personal presentation. The listing also favors experience with pre-opening operations, project coordination, and culturally relevant wellness experiences.

From the employer

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to two nature-focused resorts. With 361 rooms, 11 distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa.

As Public Relations Manager, you will develop and execute the hotel’s Public Relations strategy, manage media relationships, oversee high-impact events, and ensure consistent internal and external communication aligned with brand and corporate standards.

You will act as the guardian of the hotel’s public image — protecting it, elevating it, and amplifying it.

Public Relations Strategy & Planning

Establish and manage a yearly (or half-yearly) PR action plan and budget
Drive proactive PR initiatives to maximize brand exposure
Align property-level PR with corporate direction and brand standards

Media Relations

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, influencers and media representatives
Draft and approve press releases, media pitches and PR materials
Organize press conferences, interviews and media appearances
Host press cocktails and press lunches at the hotel
Monitor media coverage and track PR campaign performance

Events & Brand Activation

Lead preparation, organization and follow-up of PR events
Represent the hotel at conferences, exhibitions and industry events
Collaborate cross-functionally to support Rooms, F&B and Banquet sales through PR initiatives

Crisis Communication

Develop crisis communication strategies
Respond effectively and professionally to reputational risks

Internal Public Relations

Keep hotel staff informed of relevant company and brand updates
Support internal communications and contribute to corporate publications
Collaborate with other Accor properties for cross-marketing initiatives

Corporate Alignment

Work closely with Corporate Public Relations on group initiatives
Participate in annual PR workshops
Maintain strong knowledge of brand positioning and group standards

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications or related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience in Saudi Arabia in public relations (hospitality experience strongly preferred)
Strong leadership capability and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Confident spokesperson with polished presentation skills
Strategic thinker with strong crisis management ability
Commercial awareness and understanding of luxury brand positioning

Strong understanding of ultra-luxury wellness concepts and brand alignment.
Experience in pre-opening operations, project coordination, and setup of wellness facilities is highly preferred.
Ability to create innovative and culturally relevant wellness experiences aligned with the Red Sea destination.
A proactive, anticipatory approach with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Impeccable grooming and personal presentation aligned with luxury standards.