PRACTICAS - Marketing trainee

Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is looking for a Marketing Trainee to join our Sales & Marketing team.

Are you a creative and organized individual with a passion for luxury hospitality, digital marketing, and brand storytelling? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy bringing ideas to life? 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.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, within the Sales & Marketing Department, the Marketing Trainee supports the execution of marketing, communications, digital content and brand initiatives across the hotel. This role provides hands-on exposure to luxury hospitality marketing while contributing to a wide range of projects and campaigns. The Marketing Trainee reports to the Marketing & Communications Manager.

As Marketing Trainee, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Update Sales & Marketing presentations and marketing materials as required.
• Create and process MARCOMMS purchase orders and stock requests.
• Attend weekly Marketing Meetings and support follow-up actions.
• Assist in planning, scheduling and creating content for social media channels, including stories and daily engagement.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of paid advertising campaigns.
• Take ownership of at least one specific marketing project throughout the entire training period, from planning to execution and evaluation.
• Assist in the development, coordination and execution of in-house events, activations and pop-ups.
• Support translation and proofreading of marketing materials and communication assets.
• Attend and assist during photo and video shoots, ensuring brand standards are maintained.
• Update and maintain the Guests Concierge Newsletter with relevant content and experiences.
• Collaborate with different departments to gather information and create engaging content that reflects the luxury positioning of the hotel.
• Stay informed about hospitality, lifestyle and luxury industry trends to contribute fresh ideas and recommendations.

As Marketing Trainee, we expect from you:

• Degree or current studies in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail and an eye for luxury branding.
• Good organizational and project management abilities.
• Interest in social media platforms, digital marketing and content creation.
• Highly responsible, proactive and reliable.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
• Strong command of English; Spanish is highly valued. Additional languages are a plus.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with Canva, Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics or Adobe Creative Suite is an advantage.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative and contribute to innovative marketing projects.

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. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world through our colleague stay programme.
• Health & Colleague Wellness. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues globally.

Benefits

• We have a Canteen with a different menu every week, so you can eat during your work shift.
• We have a learning platform where you can be trained in the courses you are interested in.
• Our laundry team will provide you with a clean and ironed uniform whenever you need it.
• Our working environment at the hotel is young, fun and multicultural.
• Complimentary stays and special staff rates.
• You can have a tea or coffee whenever you want in our Coffee Corner.
• Be part of a company with worldwide recognition.
• Join a team with a passion for service and luxury.
• Electric kick scooter and bike parking available.
• Staff parties and team-building events throughout the year.
• Career growth and development opportunities within the Group.
• Free weekly physiotherapy sessions.
• Enjoy your birthday off to celebrate however you wish.

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