Associate Director, Corporate Communications

4 weeks ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Daniel J Edelman Holdings Full time

ABOUT US

We are a prominent global communications marketing company dedicated to helping businesses and organizations advance, elevate, and safeguard their brands and reputations. As an independent and family-owned enterprise, we have the flexibility to offer innovative ideas and make significant investments in our clients.

Our team of 6,000 professionals across over 60 offices is committed to crafting communication strategies that empower our clients to take the lead with confidence, building trust with their stakeholders.

The Role

You will serve as the astute guardian of our client relationships, entrusted and empowered to ensure that both the clients' and agency's business objectives are achieved. Your role involves adeptly identifying and addressing business challenges by leveraging in-depth industry knowledge and tactical expertise.

  • KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • You will possess the capacity to develop programs tailored to various platforms, channels, and audiences.
  • Maintain a comprehensive understanding of clients' businesses, key priorities, pain points, and competitive landscape.
  • Stay informed about the markets, sectors, and channels relevant to clients' operations, utilizing internal and external resources to bridge knowledge gaps for yourself and your team.
  • Anticipate future trends, enabling clients to stay ahead of issues and seize new opportunities. Understand clients' perspectives, challenges, and obstacles to success, and take appropriate actions.
  • Demonstrate empathy towards clients by grasping their mindset, challenges, and barriers to success.
  • Strike a balance between meeting client needs and fulfilling the agency's requirements.
  • KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Communications Marketing or related fields such as research, management consulting, media, or publishing.
  • Strong communication skills, including active listening, persuasion, and negotiation abilities.
  • Excellent proficiency in English writing, with the capability to draft and edit B2B materials like white papers and opinion editorials.
  • Familiarity with industry specialties such as investments, ESG, and climate change.
  • Experience working with business and government clients in Saudi Arabia, preferably in Riyadh.
  • Confidence in presenting ideas and providing guidance to diverse audiences, both internal and external.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • High emotional intelligence and sound judgment.
  • Effective management of multiple deadlines and client priorities, along with the ability to lead a team successfully.
  • WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • An opportunity to shape your career while collaborating with some of the brightest and most enthusiastic professionals in the PR industry.
  • Significant potential for personal development, training, and skill enhancement.
  • A vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative culture that values diversity, where your unique qualities are recognized and celebrated.
  • A wide array of virtual learning and development resources to support your growth, both personally and professionally.
  • Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote, and protect their brands and reputations. Recognized with prestigious accolades such as the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR, Advertising Age's 2019 A-List, and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work, among others.
  • Since our establishment in 1952, we have remained true to our roots as an independent, family-owned company. Beyond our core services, Edelman owns specialized entities like Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group focused on entertainment, sports, and lifestyle.


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