Account Director, Investment

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

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Account Director to drive integrated financial communication strategies for clients. You will manage client relationships, oversee the execution of deliverables, and guide clients in navigating complex regulatory environments. The ideal candidate has 6-8 years of experience in financial communications and strong GCC market knowledge, with fluency in English and preferable Arabic skills.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years experience in financial communications.
• Strong understanding of GCC market dynamics.
• Experience advising on IPOs and M&As.
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial information.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated communications strategies for investment clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor for key clients.
• Manage execution of deliverables including financial announcements.
• Guide clients through regulatory communications.

Skills

Financial communications

Client relationship management

Regulatory communications

Investment capital markets

Cross-functional team leadership

Job description

Overview

Smithfield Edelman\'s dedicated financial communications and capital markets advisory arm is looking for an experienced Account Director to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading global consultancy at the intersection of finance, communications, reputation and influence. We partner with some of the region\'s most prominent financial institutions, investment entities, listed companies and sovereign stakeholders, supporting them across capital markets advisory transactions, corporate positioning and regulatory communications. If you\'re a strategic thinker with deep financial fluency and a passion for delivering high-impact board-level counsel, we\'d love to hear from you.

Who you are

• A confident and thoughtful advisor with a solid grounding in financial and corporate communications.
• Adept at managing complex client relationships, developing high-stakes narratives and leading cross-functional teams.
• Passionate about helping clients navigate reputational opportunities and risks, especially in investment capital markets and financial services contexts.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead integrated communications strategies for investment-focused and capital markets clients including IPOs, M&A, investor relations, ESG and financial calendar activity.
• Serve as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key clients, delivering timely, insightful and commercially relevant counsel.
• Manage and oversee the execution of deliverables including financial announcements, messaging frameworks, investor presentations and media strategies.
• Guide clients through complex issues including disclosure obligations, regulatory comms and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with Edelman and Smithfield colleagues across the region and globally to bring integrated multidisciplinary solutions.
• Build and mentor high-performing teams; coach junior talent with empathy and clarity.
• Drive organic growth by identifying new opportunities within existing accounts and supporting new business initiatives.

What We\'re Looking For

• 6-8 years experience in financial communications, investor relations, investment banking, capital markets or related professional services.
• Strong understanding of GCC market dynamics and regional regulatory frameworks (e.g. ADX, DFM, Tadawul).
• Experience advising on transactions (IPO, M&A, restructuring) and financial calendar events (results, AGMs, guidance).
• Proven ability to write and communicate clearly, especially when distilling complex financial or regulatory information.
• Confidence in working directly with C-suite leaders, legal and IR teams, bankers and advisors.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are highly advantageous.

Why Edelman Smithfield

• At Edelman we believe in the power of trust. As part of our Smithfield practice you\'ll be part of a global team with deep financial expertise and a shared commitment to insight-driven communications. We\'re invested in your growth, your ideas and your voice.
• We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, respected and empowered to contribute.

Required Experience:

Director