Manager, Enterprise Communications (Marketing)

***This role can be located in McLean, VA, or be Remote***

Our Global Communications organization is responsible for protecting and elevating Hilton's reputation, driving brand and consumer communications, inspiring and engaging Team Members, and connecting owners and other partners with Hilton's purpose and business goals.

What will I be doing?
You will lead and support communications and public relations (PR) plans surrounding Hilton's multi-brand and enterprise initiatives, including Enterprise Innovation and Business-to-Business (B2B)/Meetings & Events (M&E) Communications. You will serve as a connector to our broader global Communications team as well as a support to key internal partners, including Innovation, Food & Beverage, Spa + Wellness, Digital, HR, Design, Commercial Services, Hilton Worldwide Sales/Event Planning, and B2B Marketing.

More specifically, you will:

• Implement PR strategies aligned with Corporate Communications objectives to protect and enhance the enterprise and our portfolio of brands with best-in-class reputation management.
• Collaborate closely with internal key partners to drive business results by securing the most impactful and targeted earned, owned, shared, and paid media coverage.
• Handle media relations activities, from crafting well-written and impactful press releases and content to building media lists and pitches; collaborate with the editorial content and social media teams to finalize and distribute breakthrough storytelling.
• Organize events, media familiarization trips, and other experiential PR tactics that drive Communications KSPs as well as team-specific goals.
• Project manage multi-functional communications groups and complex, high-profile projects, maintaining project calendars and budgets and directing broader groups on priority action items and deadlines.
   

 

 

 

 

What are we looking for?
We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

• High attention to detail and advanced project management skills
• Experience in developing PR strategy, pitching and managing interviews and events with senior company executives
• Passion for writing and storytelling
• An eye for news and being able to craft well-written, engaging content and stories to attract target-right media
• Experience in a PR agency and Corporate or Consumer communications
• Thrive in a dynamic, high-energy, and fast-paced environment across various subject areas; demonstrate positivity and patience while having an understanding of and appreciation for cultural differences
• Problem-solving mentality, proposing creative solutions optimally while maintaining a high level of flexibility, professionalism, and integrity
• Dedicated with entrepreneurial mentality and workstyle
• Ability to prioritize as well as act with urgency and enthusiasm, when fast action is needed

To fulfill this role successfully, you should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

• Five (5) years of experience working in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism
• Three (3) years in a PR agency
• Two (2) years leading an internal team and/or agency partners
• Travel expectation up to 10% or as needed

It would be helpful in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Seven (7) years of work experience in Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations
• Experience working in the travel industry/association and/or meetings and event or industry association
• Proficiency with Cision, Airtable, and building media lists

What is it like working for Hilton?

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World's Best Workplaces.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members' unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it's like to be on Team Hilton! 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of his or her role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and our travel discount. The salary for this role varies by applicable and specialized experience and location (Colorado applicants: Please click here for additional information.). Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.