Communications Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate services firm is seeking a Communications Manager to oversee internal communications across the MENA region. This position involves developing strategic messaging for stakeholders, managing an internal newsletter, and collaborating on external communications efforts. Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in communications with strong organizational skills, proficiency in Arabic and English, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines. This role is based on-site in Dubai.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Five+ years experience in a communications role.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal communications for the MENA region.
• Develop messaging for stakeholders.
• Create content across various channels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills (Arabic and English)

Team collaboration

Writing and editing

KPI coordination

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Social media platforms

Web software

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate, operating in over 80 countries and employing more than 92,000 people worldwide. Our mission is to create sustainable, innovative real‑estate solutions for our clients and communities.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Communications Manager to lead internal communications across the MENA region while supporting external coordination efforts. This role reports directly to the Head of Country Communications EMEA and works in partnership with the MENA Field Marketing team.

What This Job Involves

Internal Communications

• Set and deliver the comprehensive internal communications plan for MENA.
• Partner with Communications and Field Marketing teams to develop messaging for senior stakeholders and advise on channel strategy.
• Create content across multiple audiences and channels including email, town halls, video, and SharePoint.
• Lead the internal newsletter autonomously with full responsibility for sourcing, creating, editing, and managing content.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business to understand business structure, lines, and corporate issues.
• Collaborate with JLL Communications colleagues across business lines and regions on global campaigns.
• Measure success metrics and implement course corrections where necessary.
• Support ongoing employee engagement initiatives and ad‑hoc projects.
• Manage external employer branding and recruitment communications when required.

External Communications

• Support delivery of media relations strategy alongside Communications, Field Marketing, and PR agency teams.
• Monitor news agenda and identify forward features and upcoming events requiring external communications support.
• Collaborate on global campaigns with JLL Communications colleagues across business lines and regions.
• Provide support during issues and crisis management situations.
• Report coverage and metrics to internal stakeholders.
• Provide additional support for marketing events on an ad‑hoc basis.

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential Requirements

• Five+ years experience in a communicationsli>
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail.
• Aptitude to evaluate and prioritize business requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Strong team collaboration skills and ability to serve as JLL ambassador with external stakeholders.
• Excellent writing, editing, research, and proofreading capabilities.
• Proven experience coordinating KPIs and identifying process improvements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and web software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in corporate communications or similar environment.
• Knowledge of MENA market and business landscape.
• Experience with crisis communications and issues management.
• Background in employee engagement and internal communications strategies.

What you can expect from us

We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well‑being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

Location

On‑site – Dubai, ARE

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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