6 days ago
Head of PR and Partnerships
Thesleff Group
London, UK (On-site)Full time
Marketing jobs
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Head of PR and Partnerships
London, UK (On-site)
Salary Not AvailableSenior LevelFull time
Posted 6 days ago
Job Summary
Lead and own the external PR and communications vision for a luxury hospitality group, shaping brand narratives, media relationships, launches, partnerships and crisis guidance across multiple brands.
- Drive a cohesive, high-impact media strategy across all concepts
- Manage agencies, measure ROI, and partner with Marketing, Creative and Operations to align with business goals
- Shape press materials, executive profiles and brand storytelling while scouting opportunities across markets
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the group-wide PR and communications strategy
- Shape the external narrative and positioning of Thesleff Group and its individual brands
- Build and maintain exceptional relationships with journalists, editors, media partners, influencers and other key industry contacts
- Identify compelling stories across our restaurants, people, chefs, concepts and future developments
- Secure meaningful, high-quality media coverage rather than simply generating volume
- Lead communications around launches, major events, collaborations and key Group announcements
- Oversee press releases, media materials, executive profiles, brand stories and external communications
- Manage and challenge external PR agencies, ensuring clear objectives, accountability, KPIs and return on investment
- Work closely with Marketing, Creative, Events and Operations to ensure PR activity supports wider commercial and brand objectives
- Identify and coordinate strategic partnerships and collaborations with brands that complement our positioning
Requirements
- Significant senior-level PR and communications experience within hospitality, luxury, lifestyle or a closely related sector
- An excellent understanding of the London and UK media landscape
- Strong existing relationships across hospitality, luxury, fashion, lifestyle, consumer and relevant national media
- Experience developing PR strategy across multiple brands, concepts or markets
- A strong understanding of both traditional and digital media, as well as the evolving role of cultural influence in building brands
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills, with a strong eye for what makes a brand culturally relevant and newsworthy
- Proven experience managing PR agencies, creative partners and other external stakeholders
- Confidence and credibility when advising founders, executives and senior stakeholders
- Experience handling sensitive, reactive and crisis communications
- Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how PR, partnerships and brand communications contribute to awareness, customer acquisition and business growth
Preferred
- Experience across the US or European media landscape would be a plus
Benefits
- Private health insurance
- 10 fully paid sick days
- 50% discount across our restaurants for you, your family and friends
- Genuine opportunities for career development and progression
- Regular team and company events
- The opportunity to work across an ambitious, growing portfolio of internationally recognised hospitality brands
- A creative, entrepreneurial environment where ideas can become reality quickly
Thesleff Group
We are completely devoted to creating amazing memories and incredible experiences by providing genuine hospitality, the highest quality cuisine, and exceptional service at our extraordinary landmark locations and remarkable restaurants.Our journey began with Los Mochis Notting Hill during COVID-19. Since then, we’ve expanded our portfolio to include JUNO Omakase, a hidden six-seat gem nestled within Los Mochis itself, and Los Mochis London City, one of London’s highest rooftop restaurants blending Mexican and Japanese influences. Within it, we recently introduced LUNA Omakase, an exclusive 12-seat dining experience and the very first of its kind in the City.We also proudly operate the iconic Sale e Pepe in Knightsbridge, an Italian institution with over fifty years of history, and Viajante87, a vibrant cocktail bar inspired by the spirit and rhythms of Latin America.
Marketing Team
Marketing Team Size
10 (16% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2
Traffic Signals
Monthly Visitors
2.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
52.2%
Direct
35.2%
Referral
7%
Social
4.4%
Paid
1.1%
Headcount Trend
Current headcount: ~63