Associate, Strategy & Communications

Teneo; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate to join their Strategy and Communications team. This role involves conducting in-depth research and analysis to provide valuable insights for client advisory, leading media monitoring efforts, and developing compelling content across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate communication, excellent writing skills in both English and Japanese, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape impactful communication strategies and drive client success.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in corporate communication or media.
• Strong content writing and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to inform client advisory.
• Lead media monitoring and develop engagement plans.
• Create impactful content for various communications channels.

Skills

Content Writing

Research and Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Media Monitoring

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

Postgraduate Degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Social Media Platforms

Job description

As an Associate with the Strategy and Communications team, your role will include:

• Research, Analysis and Advisory conduct research and analysis to understand market, geopolitical and/ or business trends. Leverage findings and insights to develop client advisory.
• Media Monitoring and Advisory lead monitoring news and coverage relating to client activities or related fields of interest, analysing information to derive insights that inform strategy and planning, and summarising in report form.
• Media Landscape and Engagement keep abreast of current trends, news, and developments in the media landscape. Build understanding and lists of media targets and influential journalists to support client account work. Supports the development of media engagement plans as part of communications activities.
• Content Development lead the creation of compelling and impactful content for various communications channels including traditional media, digital and social media. Collaborate with colleagues to develop client ready documents e.g. presentations, reports.
• Supporting Account Management assist the wider account team in managing client relationship by providing support during client meetings, developing and maintaining client communication materials, taking notes, updating project trackers, and helping to ensure all client needs are met in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Financial Communications & Investor Relations - research, ideation, messaging, content creation and copywriting. Support team in developing client ready documents e.g. presentations, reports, earnings releases, Q&A etc.
• Supporting New Business Development - supporting senior members of the team with new business proposals e.g. conducting research and developing insights to support the proposal building process.

Furthermore, you will be expected to:

• Build strong client and team relationships;
• Provide support and insight to your client teams, proactively highlighting opportunities, and potential areas of concern;
• Build a strong network of effective relationships internally and externally; and
• Proactively seek formal and informal learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

Requirements:

• 2 - 4 years related experience in corporate communication, financial communication, media, public policy or transaction advisory.
• Strong in content writing and creation with high standards and attention to detail
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multiple stakeholders (such as clients, media, industry associations, government) while maintaining good relationships
• Bachelor s degree ideally in journalism, mass communication, public policy, business, or economics. A postgraduate degree is an advantage;
• Possessing excellent verbal and written skills in English and Japanese - you should have exceptional writing skills and experience in both languages
• Familiarity with social media platform management (LinkedIn, X, etc.) is an added advantage
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel;
• International experience (study and/or work) a plus
• Have a strong appetite for global news and macroeconomic/finance events
• Candidate needs to be confident, agile and proactive
• Must display a strong work ethic, high standards and commitment to the role and a desire to learn
• Able to manage time well and prioritise a varied workload

Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

• Corporate Planning
• Consulting
• M&A

Keywords

• Associate
• Strategy & Communications

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