Director of Communications Mandarin Oriental Sanya is looking for a Director of Communications 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, SANYA A hidden gem where nature is celebrated, and privacy is assured. Sanya Mandarin Oriental, Coral Bay is the first hotel of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in Chinese mainland. Overlooking the South China Sea and boasting a 1.2‑kilometre stretch of pristine coral beach, it is an exclusive beachfront resort that occupies an entire bay. Encompassing 12 hectares of hillside seafront land, the hotel seamlessly blends Southeast Asian resort aesthetics with Oriental Zen elements, creating a secluded and tranquil luxury ambience away from the bustle. While embodying contemporary luxury and Hainan’s distinctive character, the hotel reflects the Group’s Oriental heritage, offering guests a peaceful retreat to unwind and escape the chaos. About the job Based at the Mandarin Oriental Sanya within the Sales and Marketing department, the Director of Communications is responsible for developing and executing integrated communication strategies that enhance the hotel’s brand reputation, drive commercial success, and ensure consistent messaging across all channels. This role oversees public relations, media relations, internal and external communications, social media, and content creation, ensuring alignment with the Group’s luxury positioning and standards. The Director of Communications reports to the Director of Sales and Marketing. As Director of Communications, you will be responsible for the following duties: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that support the hotel’s commercial objectives, brand positioning, and reputation management Manage all public relations activities, including cultivating relationships with key media, influencers, and stakeholders to secure positive coverage across local, regional, and international platforms Oversee the hotel’s social media presence and digital content strategy, ensuring engaging, brand-aligned content that drives audience growth and engagement Lead crisis communication efforts, acting as the key spokesperson when required and ensuring timely, accurate messaging in alignment with Group protocols Collaborate with operational departments to identify and showcase compelling stories, promotions, and guest experiences that reinforce the hotel’s luxury narrative Direct the creation of high-quality marketing collateral, press materials, newsletters, and internal communications to ensure consistency and excellence in brand expression Manage the communications budget, agency relationships, and performance metrics to optimize return on investment and measure the effectiveness of campaigns Support sales and marketing initiatives through strategic communication support for key campaigns, partnerships, and events Ensure all communications activities adhere to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s brand guidelines, standards, and corporate identity Carry out other tasks as directed by the Director of Sales and Marketing As Director of Communications, we expect from you: Strategic thinker with a strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of the luxury hospitality landscape Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a mastery of storytelling and brand voice Proactive, results-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Highly connected within the media and influencer community, with established relationships across key markets Culturally aware, adaptable, and passionate about delivering excellence in all aspects of brand representation Trustworthy, responsible, and committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism 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. Local benefits A competitive salary and benefits packages Annual Leave and Public Holidays Social Insurances and Housing Fund Free accommodation and meals We’re Fans. Are you?