PR Account Director - Corporate & Finance

Viola Communications; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Viola Communications in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced PR Account Director, Corporate & Finance, to lead the strategic direction of its Corporate and Financial Communications practice and provide high-level counsel to clients. You will develop and execute integrated communication strategies, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and lead a team to deliver exceptional service and business results.

This role emphasizes growth, new business development, and ensuring programmes such as financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certification is advantageous.
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, financial communications, or a related field.
• Agency experience managing corporate and financial communications clients is highly preferred.
• Proven experience advising senior executives and managing high-profile communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client counsel across corporate and financial communications, acting as a trusted senior advisor to clients.
• Develop and oversee integrated communications strategies aligned with client business objectives, reputation, and stakeholder priorities.
• Lead corporate and financial communications programmes, including financial results, M&A, IPOs, restructuring, corporate announcements, and regulatory communications.
• Drive client growth and new business, identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and contributing to pitches, proposals, and presentations.
• Oversee account delivery and profitability, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Contribute to the growth of Viola Communications’ Corporate & Financial Communications offering by staying ahead of market trends and identifying emerging opportunities.
• Ensure quality and best practice, maintaining high agency standards and ensuring communications are aligned with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry expectations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field

Master's degree or relevant professional certification

Job description

Viola Communications is seeking an experienced and dynamic PR Account Director, Corporate & Finance, to join our Public Relations unit. This integral role will focus on overseeing the strategic direction, management, and growth of Viola Communications' Corporate and Financial Communications practice. The role involves providing high-level counsel to clients, developing and executing integrated communication strategies, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and leading a team of PR professionals to deliver exceptional client service and business results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic client counsel across corporate and financial communications, acting as a trusted senior advisor to clients.
• Develop and oversee integrated communications strategies aligned with client business objectives, reputation, and stakeholder priorities.
• Lead corporate and financial communications programmes, including financial results, M&A, IPOs, restructuring, corporate announcements, and regulatory communications.
• Drive client growth and new business, identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and contributing to pitches, proposals, and presentations.
• Oversee account delivery and profitability, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Contribute to the growth of Viola Communications’ Corporate & Financial Communications offering by staying ahead of market trends and identifying emerging opportunities.
• Ensure quality and best practice, maintaining high agency standards and ensuring communications are aligned with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry expectations.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certification is advantageous.
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, financial communications, or a related field.
• Agency experience managing corporate and financial communications clients is highly preferred.
• Proven experience advising senior executives and managing high-profile communications initiatives.

At Viola Communications, we pride ourselves on serving clients from diverse backgrounds and with a vast range of experiences. We are dedicated to fostering a team of exceptional individuals who bring unique perspectives created by their different life paths. With representation from over 20 nationalities across our business units, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and cultivates cultural diversity among our employees. We recognize and appreciate the exceptional strengths and experiences that each person brings, and we believe that by embracing differences, we can inspire and generate remarkable ideas collectively. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion not only aligns with our moral compass but also reinforces Viola's strength as a whole.

We appreciate all applications received. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.