PR & Events Manager

Roomex (part of FLEETCOR) is currently looking to hire a PR & Events Manager within our Marketing and Events management team . This position falls under our Roomex line of business and will be remote with the need to travel to and from London and surrounding area on a frequent basis. In this role, you will play a key role in managing our company’s presence at trade shows, generating brand awareness, managing advertising relationships and handling public relations. You will report directly to the Marketing Director and regularly collaborate with sales teams on events and trade shows.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning and Management:

• Plan, organise, and execute participation in industry trade shows and events.
• Plan, organise, and execute Roomex events for customers, prospects and suppliers.
• Coordinate logistics, booth design, and materials needed for trade shows.
• Work with vendors and partners to ensure a successful event presence.
• Prepare and manage the budget for events and PR activities.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with external vendors.
• Measure and report on the success of each event.

PR & Advertising:

• Develop and implement a PR strategy tailored to relevant industries.
• Write and distribute press releases, and manage media inquiries.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry journalists and influencers.
• Monitor and report on PR campaign performance and media coverage.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant trade and industry organisations.
• Report on brand awareness KPIs.

Brand Awareness Development:

• Create and execute strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with other brands, influencers, or organisations.
• Plan and execute brand awareness campaigns across multiple channels, online and offline.
• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitor strategies, and customer preferences.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 3-5 years) in PR and/or event management, preferably in a B2B industry.
• Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with third parties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office and PR/event management software.

Salary / Benefits:

• UK-based position
• Competitive basic salary
• Remote based with regular travel required
• Full UK driving licence preferable
• Flexible working
• Gym / Healthcare benefits
• 24 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays

About Roomex:

With easy access to global accommodation options, the Roomex platform enables bookers to secure the best price via an online customised booking portal. The automated booking process, combined with Analytics, Pay and Tracker tools within the platform provides a seamless booking experience.

We are a fast-growing company, doubling year on year, but our ambitions don’t stop there. Having proven our ability to attract and retain customers we are now at the exciting phase of scaling up all aspects of the company as we expand into new markets.

A critical component of this is our continued investment in our UK&I marketing team. This job is a new position in Roomex, helping to grow the Roomex brand and attract new customers. If you would like to be involved with an extremely ambitious, dynamic, disruptive, multi award-winning, online travel company, we’d love to hear from you!

Roomex is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed and lasting relationships built. Roomex is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religious creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, membership of the travelling community, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, gender or gender identity, age or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

About FLEETCOR:

FLEETCOR is a global technology organisation that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

All offers of employment made by FLEETCOR (and its subsidiary companies) are subject to the successful completion of satisfactory pre-employment vetting by an independent supplier (Experian). This is in accordance with FLEETCOR’s Resourcing Policy and include employment referencing, identity, adverse financial, criminal and sanctions list checks. We do this to meet our legal and regulatory requirements.

FLEETCOR is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture among our employees. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. We seek to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunities.