Vice President of PR and Communications

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Public Relations & Communications to lead our global communications strategy, enhance brand reputation, and drive impactful storytelling. This executive will oversee corporate communications, media relations, crisis management, and internal communications, ensuring a consistent and compelling narrative across all channels.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive PR and communications strategy that aligns with business objectives and enhances company reputation and positioning.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on reputation management, media engagement, and crisis response.
• Lead the corporate messaging framework, ensuring consistency across all communications.
• Manage and direct external PR agency on strategy, messaging an execution.

Media & Public Relations

• Cultivate strong relationships with business and trade media, industry analysts, influencers, and industry stakeholders to ensure strong visibility and credibility.
• Oversee press releases, media briefings, and executive interviews, ensuring alignment with brand voice and key messages.
• Prepare and support regular cadence of lender calls and corresponding communications.
• Develop strategy and execute proactive positioning of executives as industry experts through speaking engagements, op-eds/white papers, and media commentary.
• Proactively manage crisis communication strategies to mitigate risk and protect the company’s reputation.

Internal & Executive Communications

• Develop and implement internal communication strategies and programs that foster employee engagement and alignment with company values.
• Partner with HR and leadership on change management communications to ensure clear, transparent messaging.
• Support executive leadership with speechwriting, talking points, and thought leadership initiatives.

Brand & Corporate Reputation

• Lead corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability communications to enhance corporate reputation.
• Monitor public sentiment and industry trends, providing insights to inform communication strategies.
• Oversee the development of content for corporate reports, investor communications, and employer branding initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. B2B experience highly preferred.
• Proven experience in crisis communications, media relations, and reputation management.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including speechwriting and storytelling.
• Experience leading internal communications and employee engagement strategies.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with executives, marketing, HR, legal, and operations teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (Masters preferred).

Property Details

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading, global hospitality company with a growing hotel portfolio representing more than 1,500 properties in 50 states and 23 countries. As a top hospitality employer, we are a great place to unlock your future, providing unparalleled opportunities for you to reach places in your career you might have never imagined were possible - more opportunities to help create memorable experiences, ways to succeed, and great people to inspire you. Aimbridge Hospitality is based in Plano, TX, with additional corporate offices in Atlanta, Calgary, Fargo, Puerto Rico, San Clemente, and Washington D.C. Aimbridge EMEA has offices in Birmingham and Glasgow, UK, and Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Aimbridge LatAm has offices in Monterrey, Mexico.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan