Global Head of Communications - Dubai

Capstone Hill Search; Dubai; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization based in Dubai seeks a Head of Communications to spearhead external strategy and enhance executive visibility. This critical role calls for a seasoned communications leader with extensive experience in corporate reputation management and high-stakes media engagement, ready to guide a robust communications strategy for a company in an exciting phase of growth.

Benefits

Competitive, tax-free salary

International remit and global platforms

Qualifications

• 15+ years in corporate communications, ideally across both agency and in-house.
• Experience advising high-profile C-suite or public-facing figures.
• Expertise in executive communications and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic positioning and executive profiling for a globally connected business leader.
• Craft corporate narrative and media strategy across key markets.
• Build strong relationships with Tier 1 international business and political media.

Skills

Crisis Management

Media Relations

Corporate Communications

Executive Communications

Storytelling

Job description

Corporate Communications, Crisis & Reputation

Location :

The Opportunity

A high-profile global organisation headquartered in Dubai is entering an exciting new phase of international growth — spanning numerous industries predominantly in built environment space with aggressive expansion underway. As part of this evolution, we are seeking a highly experienced Head of Communications to lead external strategy and enhance executive visibility on a global stage.

This is a newly created role, designed for a heavyweight communications leader with a proven track record in shaping corporate reputation, managing high-stakes media engagement, and advising influential senior executives.

The Role

Reporting into the executive leadership, this person will :

Lead strategic positioning and executive profiling for a high-visibility, globally connected business leader

Craft corporate & executive leadership narrative and media strategy across key markets

Build strong relationships with Tier 1 international business and political media

Serve as a trusted advisor during times of reputational risk or issues

Support the business as it grows across diverse sectors and geographies

Develop world-class content, messaging frameworks, and thought leadership platforms

Monitor global sentiment, political movements and brand perception, aligning internal and external messaging accordingly

About You

You’ll be a polished, internationally experienced communications leader with :

15+ years in corporate communications, ideally across both agency and in-house

Experience advising or representing high-profile C-suite or public-facing figures

Expertise in executive comms, media relations, crisis / issues, and brand reputation

Deep global media relationships — especially in business, financial, and political press

Sharp geopolitical insight and sound judgment under pressure

Exceptional writing and storytelling capabilities

Gravitas and presence to influence internal stakeholders at the highest level

A global mindset, with Middle East regional familiarity an advantage

What’s On Offer

Influence : Be the architect of a high-growth, high-profile communications strategy

Visibility : International remit, global platforms, and a leadership-level voice

Reward : Competitive, tax-free salary in one of the world’s most vibrant markets

Opportunity : Join a brand on the cusp of a bold, diversified global expansion