Public Relations Manager

About the Role

Maison Pyramide is seeking a Public Relations Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves managing communication strategies and initiatives for existing and new retainer clients, as well as strategic events. The Public Relations Manager will work closely with the wider PR team, as well as the Marketing and Events teams, to deliver clear, compelling, and strategic brand communications within optimal timing and budget for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR & Communications campaigns, including strategy, goals, budget, and tactics for retained and new clients, using insights to drive decision-making.
• Lead day-to-day client relations across multiple accounts and projects.
• Maintain constant and clear communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal strategy teams and support on research, briefs, and strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including stylists and press thought leaders.
• Leverage a network of influencer contacts for earned media opportunities to drive reach and advocacy.
• Build relations with senior media contacts for coverage and ongoing client opportunities, while seeking new ways to raise brand profiles and drive news.
• Manage budget and timelines for client accounts.
• Lead the development of press releases, written statements, and interviews.
• Maintain current working knowledge of the relevant competitive and category landscape and update teams accordingly.
• Research and identify opportunities to build exposure and awareness for clients.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate PR results monthly to clients, compiling reports on progress and performance.
• Coordinate PR activations, press-related events, and shoots.
• Establish a strong image for Maison Pyramide and increase the profile of the company and its founders by identifying opportunities across diverse media outlets, speaking engagements, and industry events.
• Contribute to the growth of the PR department through business development and identifying potential new clients.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and company seniors to meet client targets and growth objectives.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 5-10 years of in-depth communications experience.
• Experience within the Fashion, luxury, or lifestyle sector is preferred.
• Deep understanding of the evolving digital and social media landscape.
• Competence in working with both traditional and new media platforms.

Skills and Abilities

• Articulate in both written and spoken English.
• Strong managerial traits.
• Strategic planning abilities.
• Strong connections with media and influencers.
• Creativity.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.