Account Manager, Communications ( Technology)

Daniel J Edelman Holdings; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications agency is seeking an experienced Account Manager in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technology and AI communications, managing day-to-day account activities and executing high-impact campaigns. Applicants should have 4-6 years of public relations or digital marketing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to simplify complex topics. This role offers an opportunity to work embedded in a major client team on transformative national and international projects.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in communications, public relations or digital marketing focused on technology or AI sectors.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with high-level clients or government-facing organizations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a day-to-day contact for the client on assigned workstreams.
• Support the delivery of strategic communications plans focused on AI and digital innovation.
• Translate complex technical information into clear content for various audiences.

Skills

Communications

Public relations

Digital marketing

Technology

AI communication

Writing

Editing

Stakeholder management

Job description

ABOUT USEdelman 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 todays 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 RoleWe are looking for an experienced Account Manager (AM) with a strong background in technology and AI communications secondment with a major client based in Abu Dhabi.In this role you will manage day-to-day account activity and act as a trusted communications advisor on the ground. Youll provide ongoing tactical support to senior client stakeholders and play a central role in executing high-impact campaigns and initiatives that make complex AI and tech topics accessible to a wide range of audiences.
While seconded to the client you will be fully embedded in their team representing Edelman and will have the opportunity to work on high-profile national and international programs.Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Act as a day-to-day contact for the client on assigned workstreams providing counsel coordination and content support.
• Support the delivery of strategic communications plans focused on AI digital innovation and emerging technologies.
• Translate complex technical information into clear compelling content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Lead or support the planning and execution of major events exhibitions campaigns and public engagement activities.
• Prepare high-quality written materials including talking points briefing documents web and social copy op-eds and media content.
• Coordinate with creative digital and media colleagues (both in-house and within Edelman) to ensure integrated campaign delivery.
• Monitor emerging tech trends and support the client with proactive positioning and thought leadership.
• Liaise regularly with Edelman leadership to align secondment activities with overall account strategy and agency standards.

Skills and Experience

• 46 years of experience in communications public relations or digital marketingwith a strong focus on technology or AI sectors.
• Excellent writing editing and verbal communication skills particularly the ability to simplify complex or technical subjects.
• Experience working with or within high-level clients or government-facing organizations ideally in the GCC region.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience supporting or leading high-impact communications activities events or campaigns.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
• Background in or familiarity with artificial intelligence digital transformation or emerging technologies.
• Arabic language skills are a plus.
• Previous secondment or in-house experience.
• Experience working in the UAE or GCC region and an understanding of the local cultural and media landscape.

Required Experience:

Manager