This opportunity is with a large, diversified investment group headquartered in Dubai, with a strong presence across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive PR strategy to enhance the company’s corporate reputation, aligning it with broader business objectives.• Drive a global communications strategy to position the company as a sector leader.• Implement proactive and reactive media strategies, focusing on reputation management and reinforcing brand strength.• Manage crisis communications and high-stakes media situations with professionalism and sensitivity.• Build and maintain relationships with industry leaders, government bodies, and key stakeholders to strengthen the company’s market position.• Oversee the creation of external communications, including press releases, speeches, and public statements, ensuring accuracy and consistency with company messaging.• Lead and mentor a high-performing communications team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability.• Create a results-driven environment that empowers the team to meet goals and implement effective communication strategies.• Encourage innovation and the use of emerging platforms and digital tools for creative communications.• Develop team members’ skills and support their professional growth.• Measure the effectiveness of PR campaigns and strategies, adjusting tactics to ensure optimal results.• Implement metrics and KPIs to track media reach, sentiment, and overall PR success.
Profile The successful candidate will possess:• Minimum of 15 years of experience in PR and Communications.• Strong background in corporate reputation management, crisis communications, and consumer or lifestyle communications.• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale a PR function within a large, multinational organization.• A degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.• Experience working with global or regional media and understanding of international communication strategies.• Exceptional leadership skills, with a hands-on, proactive approach to delivering results.