Marketing and Communications Manager

Swissôtel Sydney offers five-star luxury with an innovative and creative team, dedicated to leading the market in culinary and guest experiences. In an unprecedented location in the heart of Sydney, Swissotel offers one of Sydney’s most sought after bars, a stunning rooftop outdoor pool, pool bar, guest rooms with sweeping city views, restaurant, day spa and more. 

As one of Accor’s signature five-star Sydney properties, Swissotel Sydney is part of the Accor international network. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated marketing professional to join our team in the role of Full-time Marketing & Communications Manager, or Part Time candidate who would like to work 4 days per week (Pro-rata salary).  

Please note this is an onsite role, 5 days/week for Full Time, or 4 days/week for Part Time.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will assist in driving the hotel marketing functions and will be working closely with and managing the Marketing Executive within the Marketing department.

Your main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the preparation and implementation the annual Sales and Marketing plan for the property, focusing on Marketing, Promotions, PR and E-Commerce
• Source and facilitate influencer stays, along with creating social media content in collaboration with the culinary team, bar team and other departments
• Drive and manage the hotel social media strategy
• A considered focus on the hotels’ sustainability and environmental elements 
• Implement and maintain a 12 month marketing calendar for both food & beverage and the Hotel
• Champion PR, Communications and Marketing activities within the business units
• Professionally manage supplier relationships such as print, web and design agencies
• Maintain hotel and Accor image library and content as required
• Copywriting for promotions including eDMs, website content and marketing collateral
• Keep up to date with new initiatives in the communications sphere and implement where appropriate
• Champion PR, Communications and Marketing activities within the business units
• Host Marketing meetings with relevant team members
• Conduct campaign briefings to senior management and team members
• Preparation of weekly and monthly marketing reports

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, PR and/or Communications preferred
• A proven background managing social media campaigns across multiple channels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and competency in Canva, Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and WordPress
• Excellent written communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong time management and organisation skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both autonomously and within a team environment
• Have full working right in Australia.

What We Offer

• A fun and supportive work environment with a dedicated management team
• Exciting career growth and development opportunities within the hotel and across the Accor group