Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is looking for a Senior Marketing & Communications Executive to join our Sales & Marketing team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport. The beachfront resort comprises of 99 suites and villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with seven restaurants and bars.

About the job

Based at the Athens Offices of Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino within the Sales & Marketing Department, the Senior Marketing & Communications Executive will ensure seamless coordination and implementation of all Marketing Communications activities at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino, acting as the key liaison between the resort and the Marketing team. The Senior Marketing Communications Executive, who will be supporting the Director of Marketing and Communications, will safeguard brand consistency across all materials and channels, support the execution of 360 campaigns, oversee the content production and on-property communications and contribute valuable market and industry insights to keep the resort at the forefront of luxury hospitality.

As Senior Marketing & Communications Executive, you will be responsible for the following duties: 

• Coordinate all operational marketing needs (on-property screens, menus, on-property signage, in-rooms materials, other collateral requests etc.).

• Draft, edit and coordinate all outgoing materials & communications: factsheets, newsletters, media kits, joint newsletters (e.g. with sales’ partners), ensuring adherence to global brand guidelines (copy, visuals, tone of voice) for every visual or written material produced – whether by the Marketing team or other departments (e.g. sales presentations, internal documents etc.).

• Track competitors’ marketing and comms activities (online presence, PR coverage and partnerships) to identify benchmark performance and provide actionable insights and recommendations.

• Stay informed on emerging trends in hospitality, luxury travel, F&B, and wellness, sharing insights and best practices with the team to inspire new initiatives and keep MOCNA’s approach fresh & competitive.

• Coordinate all stages of content production. Manage on-site logistics during shoots, create ordinos, and coordinate the hotel teams.

• Brief the team on paid campaigns’ goals globally / targeting (markets, demographics etc.).

• Support the Commercial Strategy team on co-branded activations (luxury brands, airlines, DMCs, media).

• Track invoices, assist with POs, and monitor marketing-related expenses.

As Senior Marketing & Communications Executive, we expect from you: 

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.

• Candidates with a Master’s degree will be given priority consideration.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in communications, preferably in the hospitality / luxury / travel sectors.

• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• A solutions-oriented, collaborative, proactive individual with strong communication skills.

• A flexible and resilient approach with the ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced and demanding environment.

• Excellent writing and editing skills in Greek and English.

• Proven ability to develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.

• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.

• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.

• Task force opportunities across the Group of Mandarin Oriental. Depending on your role, you may have the opportunities to be selected as a Cultural Exchange Ambassador. CEAs help to spread our unique Oriental heritage and act as role models, demonstrating how Colleagues will work together to deliver on our vision, mission and philosophies.

• Private Medical Insurance.

• Opportunity to be a part of the founding team at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino.

• Access to a world-class work environment with a commitment to employee development.

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