Public Relations Manager - Sydney (10 Month Maternity cover)

Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping and protecting the reputation of some of the most iconic attractions in Sydney?

Join our Award-Winning in-house Public Relations team at Merlin Entertainments ANZ as our PR Manager – Sydney on a 10-month contract!

About the Role

Reporting to the Go-To-Market Director Sydney, and alongside the Senior PR Manager Sydney, you will lead all public relations for our Sydney attractions in ANZ. This includes driving impactful public relations campaigns and managing issues and crises with confidence. You'll work closely with senior leaders, global communications teams, marketing colleagues, and external media to deliver strategies that support our business priorities, elevate our brand presence, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders and communities.

About You

You’re an experienced communications professional with at least five years in PR, corporate affairs, or media roles. You thrive in dynamic, high-profile environments and have a proven track record of managing issues and delivering strategic, creative communications. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, you balance sound judgment with a proactive mindset, and you’re passionate about storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences. Above all, you’re collaborative, adaptable, and excited to help shape the future of one of the world’s leading entertainment companies.

About Our Benefits

• Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide

• Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions

• Additional Leave (including birthday and wellbeing) and 3 volunteer days to give back to a social cause you care about

• Hybrid working model and flexible working policy

• Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan

• Being part of a business built on fun

About Us Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 54 million+ visitors a year.

We’re the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand, with 10 attractions, including SEA LIFE, WILDLIFE, Madame Tussauds, and the Fly Treetop Adventures, amongst others.

Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects, conserves, and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats, wildlife, and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 3 charities: Merlins Magic Wand, the SEA LIFE Trust, and the WILDLIFE Conservation Fund. So, if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do – then we want to hear from you!

Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background, including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.

Pay Range

Competitive