Edelman

Account Director, Energy (Arabic Speaker)

Edelman

Posted 2 months ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Abu Dhabi

Job Listing No Longer Available

This job posting is no longer accepting applications. It may be more than 30 days old or the position has been filled.

Requirements

7-8 years, Agency experience, Energy sector, Corporate clients, Arabic speaker, Media relations, Strategic planning, Team leadership, Commercial acumen, Strong writing

Required Skills

PR corporate communications Energy Media Relations Stakeholder Engagement Campaign Strategy New Business Arabic

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead client relationships for energy-sector accounts and act as primary client contact during secondment.
  • Identify growth opportunities within existing clients and support new-business prospecting.
  • Oversee integrated PR and communications programmes, ensuring delivery of high-quality outputs.
  • Develop and implement media engagement and earned media strategies; coach teams on media activation.
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts, provide line management and mentorship to junior staff.
  • Produce accurate commercials and contribute to commercial development and pitches.
  • Protect and advise on client reputation, offering sector best-practice insights across energy and industrials.

Requirements

  • 7-8 years
  • Agency experience
  • Energy sector
  • Corporate clients
  • Arabic speaker
  • Media relations
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership
  • Commercial acumen
  • Strong writing

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading regional energy or industrial communications programmes.
  • Proven track record in new-business win support and pitching.
  • Familiarity with UAE/GCC media landscape and stakeholder expectations.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work (2 days WFH)
  • Annual leave
  • Health insurance
  • Learning & development support

About the Company

Edelman is a global communications firm blending PR, advertising, social, digital and experiential services. The agency focuses on integrated, creative campaigns that drive engagement and business results. The role is based in Abu Dhabi on a secondment basis within the regional Energy Practice, offering opportunities for career growth, training and collaboration within a diverse team.

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