Middle East PR Specialist: Design & Real Estate

Gensler; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Wellness programs

Profit sharing & bonuses

Job summary

Gensler Middle East is seeking a mid-level PR Specialist to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices. The role covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh, working with regional leadership to craft stories and campaigns that elevate Gensler's brand in the Middle East.

You will develop PR strategy, secure coverage, create leadership content, and guide distribution across local channels while collaborating with senior

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in PR; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus.
• Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in the Middle East and beyond.
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills.
• Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler Middle East, in partnership with office and regional leadership.
• Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation.
• Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across local channels.
• Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders.
• Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's.
• Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed.
• Represent the Middle East in the firmwide public relations community.
• Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives.
• Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy.

Skills

PR

Media relations

Executive communications

Writing/editing

Deadline management

Job description

Gensler Middle East is seeking a mid-level PR Specialist to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices. The role covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh, working with regional leadership to craft stories and campaigns that elevate Gensler's brand in the Middle East.

You will develop PR strategy, secure coverage, create leadership content, and guide distribution across local channels while collaborating with senior