Account Director, Brand

Daniel J Edelman Holdings; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel J Edelman Holdings is seeking an Account Director for their Brand team in Abu Dhabi. This role involves leading integrated campaigns for global brands, building client relationships, and driving strategic communications across the region.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience, preferably with agency exposure in the MENA market, and a strong ability to inspire teams and deliver impactful strategies.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in strategic communications, brand marketing, or public relations.
• Strong experience in agency or consultancy environments, preferably with MENA market exposure.
• Proven leadership in managing integrated campaigns across earned, owned, and paid media.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior client lead driving day-to-day relationships and long-term strategic counsel.
• Lead development and execution of integrated communications strategies for clients.
• Translate client objectives into breakthrough campaigns that connect brand culture and purpose.

Skills

Strategic communications

Brand marketing

Public relations

Client handling

Creative problem solving

Job description

Edelman is looking for an Account Director to join our Brand team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity to lead integrated campaigns for world-class brands across the region, build trusted client relationships, and shape culturally relevant purpose-driven work.

We’re looking for someone who thrives on creative strategy, business growth, and mentorship and is passionate about brand storytelling that drives impact across channels and audiences.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a senior client lead driving day‑to‑day relationships and long‑term strategic counsel.
• Lead development and execution of integrated communications strategies for regional and global brand clients.
• Translate client objectives into breakthrough campaigns that connect brand culture and purpose.
• Manage cross‑functional teams and collaborate across practice areas (e.g., digital, creative, strategy).
• Oversee campaign performance, resourcing, budgets, and timelines to deliver excellence.
• Contribute to new business development through proposals, pitches, and organic growth.
• Provide mentorship and career development support for junior team members.

What We’re Looking For

• 7 years of experience in strategic communications, brand marketing, or public relations.
• Strong experience in agency or consultancy environments, preferably with MENA market exposure.
• Proven leadership in managing integrated campaigns across earned, owned, and paid media.
• A confident communicator with excellent client handling and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of the media landscape in the UAE and broader Middle East.
• Ability to inspire teams, think creatively, and solve problems under pressure.
• Experience working with global brands and cross‑market teams is a strong advantage.

Why Edelman

• At Edelman we believe brands have the power to shift culture and drive real change. We are a global award‑winning communications firm that values curiosity, empathy, and creativity. Our Abu Dhabi office offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives and bold ideas flourish.
• We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background or experience.

Required Experience

Director