Edelman (Daniel J Edelman Holdings)

Associate Director - Corporate Comms, Energy

Edelman (Daniel J Edelman Holdings)

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

10+ years, Agency experience, Energy sector, Client leadership, Strategy, Media relations, Project management, Budgeting, English fluent, Arabic bonus

Required Skills

Energy corporate communications Public Relations Media Relations Crisis Communications Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Account Management Budgeting Arabic (bonus)

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic corporate communications programmes for energy and oil & gas clients across the Middle East.
  • Act as senior client partner; deliver strategic counsel and be the main client contact for assigned accounts.
  • Develop communications and stakeholder engagement strategies that align to business objectives.
  • Support pitches and new business development within the Energy practice.
  • Oversee account profitability, budgeting, resourcing and forecasting in partnership with business/resource managers.
  • Mentor and manage account teams, share best practices, identify training needs and ensure high-quality delivery.
  • Build and maintain external sector relationships and media networks.

Requirements

  • 10+ years
  • Agency experience
  • Energy sector
  • Client leadership
  • Strategy development
  • Media relations
  • Project management
  • Budget management
  • English fluency
  • Arabic bonus

Preferred Qualifications

  • Middle East experience
  • Oil & Gas background
  • Governmental client exposure
  • Crisis communications
  • Experience pitching and winning new business

Benefits

  • Hybrid work (twice weekly WFH)
  • Training & development resources
  • Annual leave
  • Health insurance
  • Paid leave

About the Company

Edelman is a global communications and PR agency blending PR, advertising, digital, social and experiential work. The Middle East Energy practice advises public and private sector clients across the region, delivering integrated communications programmes with a focus on trust, creativity and measurable impact.

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