Managing Director - Strategic & Government Communications

MCG Talent; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MCG Talent in the UAE seeks a Managing Director to lead and grow its Strategic and Government Communications offering across the region. The role requires a commercially driven, hands-on leader who can advise CEOs, ministers and senior policymakers on complex narratives and high-stakes situations.

The MD will shape client strategies, drive growth, and build cross-market teams while staying ahead of regional geopolitical dynamics and translating them into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• Senior leader with extensive experience in strategic communications or government advisory.
• Proven ability to operate across the Middle East or comparable markets.
• Strong commercial acumen with hunter mindset and growth focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand strategic and government communications mandates across the region.
• Advise C-suite executives, ministers, and senior government stakeholders.
• Provide counsel on reputation management, public affairs, policy communications, and crises.
• Drive new business development and revenue growth across markets.
• Build, mentor and lead high-performing regional teams.
• Develop integrated communication strategies aligned with political, regulatory and economic landscapes.

Job description

A leading global advisory firm is seeking a high-caliber Managing Director to lead and grow its Strategic and Government Communications offering across the region. This is a senior leadership role suited to a commercially driven, hands-on operator with the gravitas to advise CEOs, ministers, and senior policymakers.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping complex narratives, advising on high-stakes situations, and driving business growth across key markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and expand strategic and government communications mandates across the region
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, ministers, and senior government stakeholders
• Provide counsel on reputation management, public affairs, policy communications, and crisis situations
• Drive new business development, contributing directly to revenue growth and market expansion
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams across multiple markets
• Develop integrated communication strategies aligned with political, regulatory, and economic landscapes
• Stay ahead of regional geopolitical dynamics and translate them into actionable client strategies

Candidate Profile

• Senior communications leader with extensive experience in strategic communications and/or government advisory
• Proven track record operating across the Middle East or comparable international markets
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders (CEO, Board, Ministerial level)
• Strong commercial acumen with a hunter mindset—driven, ambitious, and growth-oriented
• Hands-on leadership style—willing to roll up sleeves while maintaining strategic oversight
• Experienced team leader with a passion for developing talent and building culture
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and crisis handling skills