Job Description

As an integral part of Customer discipline, Communications is a strategic function and encompasses the actions we take to influence our external guests, company and community-at-large.

All consumer PR activities must be integrated into the continent’s overall strategic plan with a focus on brand, loyalty and portfolio PR & communications and must parallel the primary revenue objectives of the hotels / brands and parent company.

The consumer public relations’ philosophy and culture must be paramount in all activities and showcase the strength of our brands and the travel platform – Marriott Bonvoy .

To guarantee success in this function, the ideal candidate is above all a team player and excellence executor. They should have a solid understanding of the travel industry; brand PR and marketing; good communication skills, excellent written and spoken abilities in Chinese (good spoken and written proficiency in English); budgeting abilities and planning skills; and the ability to successfully multi-task duties. The Executive of Communications must be able to leverage successes to positively influence consumers.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• A university degree or equivalent experiences.
• Passionate in public relations and travel industry
• Consumer public relations experience / travel industry experience / agency background is preferred
• Experience in journalism is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Great communicator. Be able to support the broader Comms team and proactively drive for alignment and execution.
• Travel, hospitality, consumer goods industry background in public relations.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word computer programs.
• Excellent Chinese writing skills
• Solid spoken and written English.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

• Is expected to support Greater China Communications team, to manage Greater China communications calendar, develop relevant on-going reports, provide supports to offline events, and take care other administrative and budget management assignments.
• Work closely with PR agencies to develop impactful content which leverages the strength of the brands & loyalty program and leads to opportunities in the region and beyond, including craft press releases and media pitch decks, videos, design creative immersive experience, etc.
• Partner with relevant team members and functions to execute innovative communications campaigns to drive brand & Bonvoy awareness and consumer preference in China.
• Cooperate with PR agency to design integrated communications campaign and execution including press release, campaign plan and event.
• Build relationships with key media, influencers. Provides timely and accurate responses when media queried.
• Embraces projects with a sense of urgency with the utmost attention paid to enhancing and respecting the brands as well as the company.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.