Public Relations Account Director - Luxury & Lifestyle

Kingston Stanley; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency in the UAE seeks a highly experienced PR Account Director to lead key client accounts in the lifestyle and luxury sector. The role involves developing impactful PR strategies, nurturing media relationships, and mentoring account teams. Candidates should have a strong background in luxury PR and be based in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in lifestyle and luxury PR.
• Strong network of media and influencer contacts.
• Confident and detail-oriented with a creative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and delivery of PR strategies for lifestyle and luxury brands.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic direction.
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier media and influencers.

Skills

Communication

Client Advisory

Media Relations

Strategic Planning

Team Leadership

Job description

We are working with a leading PR agency in the UAE, known for delivering strategic, creative, and results-driven communications for top-tier lifestyle and luxury brands. Our client's portfolio spans fashion, beauty, hospitality, design, and premium consumer goods.3

We are looking for a highly experienced and polished PR Account Director to lead key client accounts in the lifestyle and luxury space. The ideal candidate must come from a global or large regional PR agency in the UAE. You'll be responsible for developing and executing sophisticated campaigns, nurturing high-level media relationships, and leading a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the development and delivery of high-impact PR strategies for lifestyle and luxury brands
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing senior-level counsel and strategic direction
• Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier media, influencers, and stakeholders in the UAE and GCC
• Oversee the creation of high-quality press materials, events, brand activations, and editorial opportunities
• Lead and mentor account teams, ensuring consistent excellence and professional development
• Track campaign performance, deliver insightful reporting, and refine strategies as needed
• Contribute to organic growth within existing accounts and support new business pitches

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience (with 1 year in an Associate Director or similar level position), with a strong background in lifestyle and luxury PR
• Must currently be based in the UAE, with experience at a global or large regional PR agency
• Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills English as a first language or equivalent standard is essential
• Strong network of media and influencer contacts across relevant sectors
• Confident, detail-oriented, and creatively driven
• Deep understanding of the UAE's media, cultural, and consumer landscape