Communications Strategy Manager, Abu Dhabi

Hanson Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Abu Dhabi business is seeking a Communications Strategy Manager to shape its communications strategy and enhance its global reputation. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of experience in strategic communications, with a background in energy or financial services preferred. The role involves developing narrative frameworks, advising leadership, and managing complex communication projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to be part of a transformative organization.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years’ experience in strategic communications.
• Background in energy, consulting, government, or financial services preferred.
• Excellent English; Arabic desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-level communications strategy.
• Translate complex topics into clear narrative frameworks.
• Advise leadership on reputational risks.

Skills

Strategic communications

Reputation management

Stakeholder engagement

Narrative development

Cross-functional project management

Job description

Overview

A leading Abu Dhabi based business undergoing rapid transformation and international growth is recruiting for a Communications Strategy Manager. This role will shape and evolve the company’s enterprise communications strategy, strengthening its reputation and global positioning. The role focuses on developing a compelling strategic narrative, advising senior leadership and ensuring communications reflect stakeholder priorities across investors, governments, institutions, media and partners.

Communications Strategy Manager Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-level communications strategy aligned with business objectives and global stakeholder expectations.
• Translate complex topics (energy transition, AI, global policy trends) into clear narrative frameworks.
• Advise leadership on reputational risks, positioning and campaign architecture.
• Drive peer benchmarking, reputation intelligence and stakeholder insight.
• Track and optimise communications performance using reputation dashboards and KPIs.
• Support flagship corporate moments and executive positioning.

Communications Strategy Manager Candidate Profile

• 8–12 years’ experience in strategic communications, reputation management, or stakeholder engagement.
• Background in energy, consulting, government or financial services preferred.
• Strong skills in narrative development, corporate reputation and senior stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to support leadership communications and manage complex cross-functional projects.
• Excellent English; Arabic desirable but not essential.

Join a Leading Abu Dhabi Business in Transformation

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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