Account Director â Technology Practice (Client Secondment)

Daniel J Edelman Holdings; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative agency as an Account Director, where you'll lead impactful technology communications for high-profile clients. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape perceptions and drive engagement while working closely with senior stakeholders. You'll develop integrated strategies, manage client relationships, and mentor junior team members in a vibrant, inclusive culture. With hybrid flexibility and a commitment to local relevance, this agency empowers you to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in the tech sector.

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

World-class training and development resources

Inclusive and empowering culture

Access to high-profile clients

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Strong focus on technology clients and media relations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor on tech communications and media relations.
• Develop integrated communications strategies across various media channels.

Skills

Public Relations

Media Relations

Strategic Communications

Client Servicing

Crisis Management

Writing Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

ABOUT US Edelman is a new kind of agency at the intersection of PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, Earned Media, and Experiential. We blur the lines between each medium to create smart, innovative, and powerful work that gets people talking and engaging with brands in new ways. You will be challenged to push convention and your creativity to find modern ways to drive consumer behavior in today's socially charged digital environment. We are passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to do the best work possible. We get results for our clients and have the trophies to prove it. We are tough on work. We are kind to each other. We also laugh a lot. THE ROLE (Secondment Role) We are seeking a dynamic Account Director with a strong background in Technology communications to join our team on a full-time secondment with a key client. This role requires a seasoned professional who can seamlessly integrate into the client's in-house team, deliver strategic communications counsel, and lead high-impact campaigns that shape perception, drive engagement, and support business goals. KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders on all aspects of tech communications, media relations, and reputation management.
2. Develop and execute integrated communications strategies across earned, owned, and shared media channels.
3. Lead day-to-day client-side delivery, ensuring timely execution of campaigns, content development, media outreach, and reporting.
4. Provide senior counsel during issues management and crisis response, working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Support corporate narrative development related to technology innovation, digital transformation, and the client's sector leadership.
6. Manage agency relationships (if any), budgets, and performance metrics.
7. Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and tech policy developments to inform proactive storytelling opportunities.
8. Build and maintain strong relationships with key tech media influencers and industry thought leaders in the region.
9. Coach and mentor junior team members (internal or client-side) as needed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

1. 8 years of experience in public relations or corporate communications with a strong focus on technology clients, products, or sectors.
2. Proven track record in media relations, especially within the tech and innovation ecosystem.
3. Experience working in-house on secondment or in close partnership with client teams is an advantage.
4. Strong understanding of the Middle East media landscape and cultural context.
5. Excellent writing, presentation, and client servicing skills.
6. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

WHY EDELMAN

1. Global reach, local impact: Join a firm that operates globally but cares deeply about local relevance and cultural insight.
2. Hybrid flexibility: Work from home two days a week while staying connected to a vibrant team culture.
3. Growth at every level: Access world-class training and development resources to help you sharpen your skills and grow your career.
4. Inclusive & empowering culture: Be part of a team that celebrates diverse perspectives and values authenticity.
5. Meaningful work: Partner with high-profile clients and make an impact on the issues that matter.
6. Ready to grow your career with a global leader in communications: Apply now and discover what it means to do great work at Edelman.

Required Experience:

Director