69 Communications Director jobs in Saudi Arabia

Financial Communications Director

Riyadh, Riyadh MCG Talent

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The Client: An international business communications consultancy

Role: Account Director - Financial Communications

Job Requirements:

  • The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in Financial Communications (either in consultancy or in-house) with exposure to public markets, and a desire to step up and accelerate their career development.
  • A strong understanding of the regional capital markets and financial sectors is preferred (eg: Saudi Capital Market Authority, IPO processes, etc). The breadth and variety of our client base means we can accommodate sector specialists or consultants who want to work across a broader range of areas.
  • The Senior Consultant will lead a portfolio of clients, and will engage with media, investment bankers, and c-suite executives of companies in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is mandatory.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related

field.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Communications, either in a consultancy or in-

house role.

• Strong understanding of communications and the financial sector.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively

with C-suite executives and external stakeholders.

• Polished and professional presence, with cultural sensitivity when dealing with clients in

the Middle East.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with extreme attention to detail, and

ability to distil information and create a narrative to present in proper formatting.

• Excellent organizational skills managing complex client portfolios across geographies

• Proven track record of managing communications and building strong relationships with

media, and senior management of clients.

• Ability to analyze market trends, competitor performance, and investor sentiment to

provide strategic ad-hoc advisory

• Must be able to perform in a high-pressure environment

-Must be a Saudi-national

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Director
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Public Relations
  • Industries Public Relations and Communications Services and Financial Services

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Financial Communications Director

MCG Talent

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The Client: An international business communications consultancy

Role: Account Director - Financial Communications

Job Requirements:

  • The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in Financial Communications (either in consultancy or in-house) with exposure to public markets, and a desire to step up and accelerate their career development.
  • A strong understanding of the regional capital markets and financial sectors is preferred (e.g., Saudi Capital Market Authority, IPO processes, etc.). The breadth and variety of our client base means we can accommodate sector specialists or consultants who want to work across a broader range of areas.
  • The Senior Consultant will lead a portfolio of clients and will engage with media, investment bankers, and C-suite executives of companies in the Middle East.

Qualifications

  • Full fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is mandatory.
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Communications, either in a consultancy or in-house role.
  • Strong understanding of communications and the financial sector.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-suite executives and external stakeholders.
  • Polished and professional presence, with cultural sensitivity when dealing with clients in the Middle East.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with extreme attention to detail, and ability to distil information and create a narrative to present in proper formatting.
  • Excellent organizational skills managing complex client portfolios across geographies.
  • Proven track record of managing communications and building strong relationships with media and senior management of clients.
  • Ability to analyze market trends, competitor performance, and investor sentiment to provide strategic ad-hoc advisory.
  • Must be able to perform in a high-pressure environment.
  • Must be a Saudi national.
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Senior Director/Managing Director | Financial Communications |Strategic Communications | KSA

Riyadh, Riyadh Mustashar Accelerator - مسرعة مستشار

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Senior Director/Managing Director | Financial Communications | Strategic Communications | KSA (On-site)

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

- FTI Consulting is looking to recruit a Senior Director with circa 15 + years of experience for its Middle East Strategic Communications practice based in the UAE.
- As a capital markets expert, you will have the opportunity to work with FTI Consulting’s global network on some of the largest publicly listed and private companies worldwide to execute a full range of strategic communications services, including equity story development, financial calendar communications, executive profiling, IPOs, restructurings and M&A transactions, crisis management, media relations and ESG, stewardship and governance issues, and performing industry research and analysis.
- Our team aims to shape clients’ company narratives and influence how major corporate news flow lands with capital market audiences (investors, financial media, buy-side, sell-side analysts).

The successful candidate should have excellent written and verbal communications skills and be a collegiate team player. The candidate should be mature, results-oriented, able to multi-task and prepared to learn and utilise new and emerging approaches to communications as part of a leading global communications consultancy business.

What You’ll Do

- The role offers excellent opportunity for progression in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and international environment, but demands critical thinking and thoroughness to execute the following tasks:
- Serves as a trusted business advisor by influencing client direction in all areas of financial or transaction communications and investor relations.
- Develops FTI Consulting’s client strategies that create competitive advantage in the face of changing business, sector, and market conditions.
- Demonstrates an understanding of key business drivers for current and potential clients and tailor communications or business strategies/solutions accordingly.
- Develops complex financial communications programs.
- Develops and presents recommendations based on financial analytics and modelling, research, strategic and creative thinking, with a credible point of view and perspective.
- Works effectively with senior management to help identify senior client needs and works with other operating divisions to address them in an integrated team effort.
- Devise strategies for corporate and financial communications, investor relations and media relations engagements (e.g., writing earnings and transactions related materials, developing investors outreach plans, providing strategic counsel on capital markets activity, liaising with investors and journalists, providing support to key investors and media events, assisting with management training materials development).
- Drive new business initiatives (e.g., conducting research on prospects, creating and editing PowerPoint presentations and proposals).
- Supervise the work of junior staff and provide coaching to junior team members.
- Actively contribute to both internal and client meetings by offering strategic and creative insights.
- Maintain a self-driven passion to stay abreast of client issues and related industry trends, participate in industry networking events and inform team leaders of potential new business opportunities.

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

- We are looking for a highly-motivated and proactive colleague who wants to grow his/her career in strategic communications consulting, working internationally, and is ready to deliver high-quality work under minimal supervision. Specifically, we are looking for someone who fulfils the following requirements:
- University degree or higher education.
- Circa 15 + years of relevant experience in financial communications or investor relations or equity capital market or equity research, preferably in consultancy.
- Strong financial acumen in capital markets and a good understanding on how strategy and business execution impact financial performance and value creation.
- Good understanding in buy side and sell side analysts landscape, and relevant business media.
- Ability to take complexity and translate effectively; a creative and strategic thinker in reputation management, sees around corners, approaches communications from new angles.
- Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills. Arabic would certainly be a plus, but not a must.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in often demanding, deadline-driven situations.
- Collaborative team player that also has the ability to work independently, take initiative and set priorities.
- An aptitude and desire for learning and ongoing development.

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Senior Director/Managing Director | Financial Communications |Strategic Communications | KSA

Riyadh, Riyadh Mustashar Accelerator - مسرعة مستشار

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Senior Director/Managing Director | Financial Communications | Strategic Communications | KSA (On-site)

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

- FTI Consulting is looking to recruit a Senior Director with circa 15 + years of experience for its Middle East Strategic Communications practice based in the UAE.
- As a capital markets expert, you will have the opportunity to work with FTI Consulting’s global network on some of the largest publicly listed and private companies worldwide to execute a full range of strategic communications services, including equity story development, financial calendar communications, executive profiling, IPOs, restructurings and M&A transactions, crisis management, media relations and ESG, stewardship and governance issues, and performing industry research and analysis.
- Our team aims to shape clients’ company narratives and influence how major corporate news flow lands with capital market audiences (investors, financial media, buy-side, sell-side analysts).

The successful candidate should have excellent written and verbal communications skills and be a collegiate team player. The candidate should be mature, results-oriented, able to multi-task and prepared to learn and utilise new and emerging approaches to communications as part of a leading global communications consultancy business.

What You’ll Do

- The role offers excellent opportunity for progression in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and international environment, but demands critical thinking and thoroughness to execute the following tasks:
- Serves as a trusted business advisor by influencing client direction in all areas of financial or transaction communications and investor relations.
- Develops FTI Consulting’s client strategies that create competitive advantage in the face of changing business, sector, and market conditions.
- Demonstrates an understanding of key business drivers for current and potential clients and tailor communications or business strategies/solutions accordingly.
- Develops complex financial communications programs.
- Develops and presents recommendations based on financial analytics and modelling, research, strategic and creative thinking, with a credible point of view and perspective.
- Works effectively with senior management to help identify senior client needs and works with other operating divisions to address them in an integrated team effort.
- Devise strategies for corporate and financial communications, investor relations and media relations engagements (e.g., writing earnings and transactions related materials, developing investors outreach plans, providing strategic counsel on capital markets activity, liaising with investors and journalists, providing support to key investors and media events, assisting with management training materials development).
- Drive new business initiatives (e.g., conducting research on prospects, creating and editing PowerPoint presentations and proposals).
- Supervise the work of junior staff and provide coaching to junior team members.
- Actively contribute to both internal and client meetings by offering strategic and creative insights.
- Maintain a self-driven passion to stay abreast of client issues and related industry trends, participate in industry networking events and inform team leaders of potential new business opportunities.

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

- We are looking for a highly-motivated and proactive colleague who wants to grow his/her career in strategic communications consulting, working internationally, and is ready to deliver high-quality work under minimal supervision. Specifically, we are looking for someone who fulfils the following requirements:
- University degree or higher education.
- Circa 15 + years of relevant experience in financial communications or investor relations or equity capital market or equity research, preferably in consultancy.
- Strong financial acumen in capital markets and a good understanding on how strategy and business execution impact financial performance and value creation.
- Good understanding in buy side and sell side analysts landscape, and relevant business media.
- Ability to take complexity and translate effectively; a creative and strategic thinker in reputation management, sees around corners, approaches communications from new angles.
- Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills. Arabic would certainly be a plus, but not a must.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in often demanding, deadline-driven situations.
- Collaborative team player that also has the ability to work independently, take initiative and set priorities.
- An aptitude and desire for learning and ongoing development.

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Director, Corporate Communications

Riyadh, Riyadh Edelman

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Edelman is looking for a Director, Corporate Communications to join our growing team in Riyadh. This is a unique opportunity to lead integrated communications for high-profile regional and global clients, delivering bold ideas and business impact in one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

We’re seeking a seasoned communicator who brings strategic rigor, cultural fluency, and a passion for purpose-driven storytelling. You’ll help organizations navigate complex reputational landscapes, shape narratives, and build trust with the audiences that matter most.


What You’ll Do
  • Lead strategic corporate communications programs across sectors such as government, finance, or technology.
  • Serve as a trusted client advisor—anticipating challenges, providing strategic counsel, and building long-term relationships.
  • Develop and oversee integrated campaigns spanning media relations, thought leadership, crisis and issues management, stakeholder engagement, and executive visibility.
  • Inspire and guide a high-performing team through coaching, development, and collaboration.
  • Cultivate strong media relationships and partnerships to drive earned visibility and influence.
  • Deliver insights-driven communications strategies informed by research, data, and regional intelligence.
  • Contribute to business development and support new client growth opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
  • 12+ years of relevant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or strategic advisory—agency or in-house.
  • Proven track record leading multi-stakeholder campaigns and complex client mandates in the Gulf region.
  • Deep understanding of the media and sociopolitical landscape in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.
  • Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English is highly preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and grow junior talent.
  • Confidence managing senior client relationships and delivering C-suite counsel.
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Ability to work across borders with global Edelman teams and capabilities.
Why Edelman
  • At Edelman, we’re trust builders. We partner with the world’s most respected companies, institutions, and brands to help them earn and keep trust through communications that spark action and inspire change.
  • We celebrate diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking. Our culture is anchored in curiosity, empathy, and creativity. You’ll join a global team that supports your growth, amplifies your strengths, and champions your ideas.
  • We are proud to be a firm where everyone’s voice matters — because DEIB is everyone’s responsibility , and we expect Edelman colleagues to ensure respectful conduct, embrace diverse cultures, and practice conscious inclusion and continuous learning.

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Director, Corporate Communications

Riyadh, Riyadh Edelman

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Edelman is looking for a Director, Corporate Communications to join our growing team in Riyadh. This is a unique opportunity to lead integrated communications for high-profile regional and global clients, delivering bold ideas and business impact in one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

We’re seeking a seasoned communicator who brings strategic rigor, cultural fluency, and a passion for purpose-driven storytelling. You’ll help organizations navigate complex reputational landscapes, shape narratives, and build trust with the audiences that matter most.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead strategic corporate communications programs across sectors such as government, finance, or technology.
  • Serve as a trusted client advisor—anticipating challenges, providing strategic counsel, and building long-term relationships.
  • Develop and oversee integrated campaigns spanning media relations, thought leadership, crisis and issues management, stakeholder engagement, and executive visibility.
  • Inspire and guide a high-performing team through coaching, development, and collaboration.
  • Cultivate strong media relationships and partnerships to drive earned visibility and influence.
  • Deliver insights-driven communications strategies informed by research, data, and regional intelligence.
  • Contribute to business development and support new client growth opportunities.


What We’re Looking For

  • 12+ years of relevant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or strategic advisory—agency or in-house.
  • Proven track record leading multi-stakeholder campaigns and complex client mandates in the Gulf region.
  • Deep understanding of the media and sociopolitical landscape in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.
  • Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English is highly preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and grow junior talent.
  • Confidence managing senior client relationships and delivering C-suite counsel.
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Ability to work across borders with global Edelman teams and capabilities.


Why Edelman

  • At Edelman, we’re trust builders. We partner with the world’s most respected companies, institutions, and brands to help them earn and keep trust through communications that spark action and inspire change.
  • We celebrate diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking. Our culture is anchored in curiosity, empathy, and creativity. You’ll join a global team that supports your growth, amplifies your strengths, and champions your ideas.
  • We are proud to be a firm where everyone’s voice matters — because DEIB is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect Edelman colleagues to ensure respectful conduct, embrace diverse cultures, and practice conscious inclusion and continuous learning.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Director
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Advertising, Public Relations, and Marketing
  • Industries Public Relations and Communications Services and Advertising Services

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Director, Corporate Communications

Riyadh, Riyadh Edelman

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Edelman is looking for a Director, Corporate Communications to join our growing team in Riyadh. This is a unique opportunity to lead integrated communications for high-profile regional and global clients, delivering bold ideas and business impact in one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

We’re seeking a seasoned communicator who brings strategic rigor, cultural fluency, and a passion for purpose-driven storytelling. You’ll help organizations navigate complex reputational landscapes, shape narratives, and build trust with the audiences that matter most.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead strategic corporate communications programs across sectors such as government, finance, or technology.
  • Serve as a trusted client advisor—anticipating challenges, providing strategic counsel, and building long-term relationships.
  • Develop and oversee integrated campaigns spanning media relations, thought leadership, crisis and issues management, stakeholder engagement, and executive visibility.
  • Inspire and guide a high-performing team through coaching, development, and collaboration.
  • Cultivate strong media relationships and partnerships to drive earned visibility and influence.
  • Deliver insights-driven communications strategies informed by research, data, and regional intelligence.
  • Contribute to business development and support new client growth opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
  • 12+ years of relevant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or strategic advisory—agency or in-house.
  • Proven track record leading multi-stakeholder campaigns and complex client mandates in the Gulf region.
  • Deep understanding of the media and sociopolitical landscape in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.
  • Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English is highly preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and grow junior talent.
  • Confidence managing senior client relationships and delivering C-suite counsel.
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Ability to work across borders with global Edelman teams and capabilities.
Why Edelman
  • At Edelman, we’re trust builders. We partner with the world’s most respected companies, institutions, and brands to help them earn and keep trust through communications that spark action and inspire change.
  • We celebrate diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking. Our culture is anchored in curiosity, empathy, and creativity. You’ll join a global team that supports your growth, amplifies your strengths, and champions your ideas.
  • We are proud to be a firm where everyone’s voice matters — because DEIB is everyone’s responsibility , and we expect Edelman colleagues to ensure respectful conduct, embrace diverse cultures, and practice conscious inclusion and continuous learning.
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Director - Communications & Content

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  • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that support business objectives and align with Vision 2030 goals.
  • Oversee the creation of high-quality, engaging content across multiple platforms to drive the organization's brand in Riyadh and beyond.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure messaging consistency and alignment with brand values and national priorities.
  • Manage vendors to deliver projects within scope and on time.
  • Analyze the effectiveness of communication campaigns and provide actionable insights to continuously improve impact.
  • Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring all communications reflect the organization's tone, image, and commitment to Saudi Vision 2030.
  • Stay updated on industry trends within Technology to inform content strategies aligned with Riyadh's innovation ecosystem.
  • Lead a team of communications professionals, providing guidance and fostering development within the Riyadh office.
The Successful Applicant
  • A strong background in leading communication and content strategies within the Technology or government sector supporting Vision 2030 initiatives.
  • Proven expertise in managing content across digital and traditional platforms.
  • Excellent skills in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration in Riyadh's business environment.
  • A degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • Experience in managing and mentoring teams to achieve performance excellence.
  • The ability to adapt communication strategies to suit changing market needs.

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Business Director - Communications Consultancy

Riyadh, Riyadh Publicisgroupe

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Leo Burnett is a communications agency powered by its HumanKind operating system, with the belief that creativity, data and technology work together to transform human behavior and drive prosperity for clients. Part of Publicis Communications, Leo Burnett Worldwide is one of the world's largest agency networks with 85 offices and more than 8,000 employees. The global agency works with some of the world's most valued brands including Allstate, Esurance, Firestone, Jim Beam, Kellogg's, Kraft, Marshalls, MillerCoors, Nintendo, P&G, Samsung and UnitedHealthcare among others. To learn more about Leo Burnett Worldwide and its rich history of creating iconic brands, visit our site, Facebook page and follow us on Twitter and Instagram via @leoburnett.


Overview

As a senior leader, you will work very closely with the Head of Content to drive collaboration, product innovation, and product leadership for global clients. You will oversee content teams and continuously drive evolution in team, client, and product suite while also being responsible for business growth, talent acquisition, reducing turnover, and enhancing the agency's external reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the strategy and transformation vertical within the Content Practice including all aspects of business development, project delivery, and team management
  • Drive business growth by increasing new client acquisitions, revenue, and profitability, as well as proactively identifying and pursuing organic growth opportunities.
  • Conduct client/agency health check audits to assess relationships, servicing, opportunities, etc for your account(s)
  • Foster a client-centric decision-making approach enabled by ongoing feedback, established trust, and maintenance of positive reputation.
  • Establish and maintain a centralized repository of resources, training materials, and best practices to promote expertise and knowledge sharing within the practice.
  • Collaborate closely with agency heads, business leads, other practice leaders, and partners to drive growth.
  • Work closely with global Content counterparts for inspiration, product innovation, knowledge transfer, and capacity planning.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation within your team, the Content practice and the wider set of Groupe practices.

Main Tasks:

Technical & Product

  • Develop content strategy driving creativity, ideation, and innovation that leads to ownable consumer engagement opportunities for assigned client(s).
  • Create strategies that have breadth across all digital & content spaces (social media, website, partnerships, creators & influencers, production), but also depth in terms of details.
  • Respond to the business, marketing, brand, and communications goals with content-based solutions rooted in strategy and aligned with data and insights
  • Serve as the escalation point of contact for across all phases of content development
  • Perform consistently against all published KPI's and scorecard objectives
  • Create content solutions that set new content standards and beocme award-winning work
  • Collaborate closely with vertical leads within the Content Practice and beyond to create & most importantly, implement effective content strategies
  • Have a solid understanding of Publicis Groupe products and services to successfully navigate them and utilize them in our clients’ businesses.
  • Drive business growth and vertical growth internally with practices, agency brands
  • Lead all financial, legal, contractual and high-level matters for your account(s) and ensure understanding within your team on the reasons.
  • Build effective leadership circles within your team who can own and spearhead various responsibilities

Business Acumen & Operational Efficiency

  • Utilize all available platforms and tools to drive process efficiency, enhance ways of working, and digitise our operating models.
  • Finance savvy and ability to take the right decisions to impact your account, product and/or vertical.
  • Develop winning pricing models and strategies to drive financial stability and positive profitability for your assigned account(s)/product(s)/vertical.
  • Lead on all talent requirements: talent upskilling plans, career development, performance appraisals, hiring process, and team restructuring.
  • Lead on all revenue forecasts and identify new revenue prospects across brands.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of business operations to identify areas for improvement, opportunities to increase revenue and cost savings.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations on financial management and business strategy.
  • Increase influence with key stakeholders in Publicis Groupe to nurture strategic relationships.
  • Strong business sense and ability to understand client objectives and goals
  • Experience in managing and leading teams, with a focus on optimizing team productivity and efficiency
  • Ability to identify potential areas for improvement and implement effective solutions
  • Be comfortable discussing financial, operational, talent and product related conversations with leadership at Publicis Groupe, clients and partners.
  • Keep up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in business strategy and operational efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure ongoing success.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Excellent budget management skills and ability to develop and manage project budgets

Innovative & Analytical Mindset

  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis of market trends, consumer behavior, emerging technologies and platform insights to identify content opportunities.
  • Proven ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to problems
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decisions
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to present ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams
  • Comfortable in turning complex information into simple solutions
  • Ability to work collaboratively and manage relationships with both clients and internal team members

People & Leadership

  • Capable of developing and sharing a strategic vision that others can aspire and commit to, having the confidence to adjust and adapt in the dynamic world.
  • Able to use storytelling to connect with internal and external stakeholders in a compelling manner to influence and inspire.
  • Able to handle complex issues and make decisions even when missing information.
  • Able to proactively develop meaningful relationships with key decision makers across functions.
  • Accepts responsibility for client problems, manages conflict and actively works to solve issues internally and externally.
  • Able to build succession plans and grow and mentor future talent.
  • Encourages others to value difference, collaboration and positive spirit while getting the best out of their diverse teams.
  • Listens and proactively seeks views from others to create an environment that is transparent and comfortable for others to share.
  • Able to understand, inspire and motivate their team to pursue goals and deliver beyond their beliefs.
  • Able to assess ideas and people on merit alone, without bias or favoritism and gives recognition when due.
  • Capable of coaching and supporting others by aligning career expectations, defining success criteria and providing actionable, open and constructive feedback.
  • Capable of persuading others with integrity by understanding their motivations and identifying their concerns and work toward solving them.
  • Able to handle complex messages and is able to convey issues to facilitate others' understanding.
  • Able to manage multiple viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
  • Initiates and leads open conversations with internal and external stakeholders to build trust and ensures long term influence, partnership and support.
  • Empowers individuals to solve problems and creates opportunities for others to grow and demonstrate their learning agility.
  • Capable of breaking down silos to enable cross collaboration by leveraging expertise resulting in cross-selling across different Groupe verticals and practices.
  • Able to encourage their team to evolve processes and improve collaboration to drive efficiencies, quality and effectiveness.
  • Steers teams on key-clients strategies and ensures delivery of a superior output.
  • Drives a culture of trust with peers, clients and other stakeholders.

Self

  • Showcases agility and ability to adapt to different situations based on past experiences, feedback and industry changes.
  • Is able to set high impact objectives and goes above and beyond to exceed performance.
  • Demonstrates the Growth Mindset and is capable of taking ownership of personal development to continuously evolve and futureproof their capabilities.
  • Able to constructively challenge the status quo and take risks to challenge internal and external perspectives.
  • Approaches situations and individuals with honesty, integrity, transparency and humbleness.
  • Able to stay resilient and maintain drive and a positive outlook when faced with challenges.
  • Actively listens and is receptive to others' feedback on performance.
  • Able to take justified risks when appropriate and takes accountability and responsibility when things don’t go as planned.
  • An early identifier of change, is able to proactively develop and share plans to seize the opportunity.
  • Acts ethically and makes ethical decisions in line with local regulations and contracts, even in the face of ethical challenges.
  • Able to listen to other people in a way that they feel understood, and is respectful of others.
  • Capable of making timely decision that take into account different factors in ambiguous circumstances, considering impacts internally and externally.
  • Able to build initiatives despite doubts or resistance from others to deliver strategic impact.
  • Able to promote, champion and model wellbeing to sustain high performance.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as marketing, advertising, communications, or business administration. A masters is a plus.
  • At least 12 years of experience in a related role, with a focus on managing client relationships and leading teams
  • Proven track record of success in developing and implementing effective digital, content and social media strategies for clients
  • A strong track record of meeting or beating revenue goals.
  • Experience in working in a fast-paced agency environment. When we say fast, we mean it.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Thorough understanding of all aspects of selling, designing, performing and delivering large complex projects.
  • Ability to communicate across all levels of clients (from junior to C-level) and all levels of the agency.
  • Deep level of understanding of the content landscape and its role in driving business
  • Strong leadership abilities and the ability to teach and mentor direct reports
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to build close client and inter-agency relationships.
  • Strategic thinker – able to challenge the client’s brief to provide the right solution
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
  • High attention to details with ease in using large data coming from content projects
  • Microsoft Powerpoint, and Excel advanced proficiency. You should be able to deliver killer slides and control spaceships with Excel.
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PR & Media Relations Officer

Muse Co.

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PR & Media Relations Strategy & Execution:

  • Develop and implement PR and media relations strategies.
  • Manage media relations and press releases to ensure positive coverage.
  • Coordinate PR events and campaigns to engage target audiences.

Media Relations & Communication:

  • Build and maintain relationships with media contacts.
  • Handle crisis communication and media inquiries professionally.
  • Prepare PR reports and presentations to evaluate campaign success.

Analytics & Performance Monitoring:

  • Monitor and analyze PR metrics to optimize performance.
  • Stay updated on PR trends and best practices to enhance strategies.
  • Generate detailed reports to inform future PR initiatives.

Collaboration & Process Improvement:

  • Work closely with internal teams (marketing, communications) to ensure cross-channel consistency.
  • Proactively suggest new PR tactics and opportunities to enhance brand storytelling.

Key Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of experience in PR and media relations.
  • Strong understanding of media relations and PR strategies.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple PR projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with PR analytics.
  • Strong networking skills and ability to build relationships.
  • Experience in crisis communication is a plus.
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