Project Director Insights

Halian; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insights consultancy is seeking an experienced Insights Manager to lead insight products for a Tier 01 client. This role involves developing comprehensive analysis reports, managing client relationships, and providing strategic input while leveraging AI tools. The ideal candidate has experience in media insights delivery, strong report writing skills, and a passion for data storytelling. The position requires on-site presence, ensuring effective collaboration with client teams.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering media insights across industries.
• Strong skills in report writing and analysis.
• A collaborative and curious mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ad-hoc insight reporting.
• Develop end-to-end analysis reports.
• Manage on-site secondee team for client support.
• Deliver a comprehensive measurement programme.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Leverage AI tools for insight generation.

Skills

Media insights delivery

Report writing

Client communication

Project management

Data storytelling

Job description

Overview

Our client are seeking an Insights Manager who will lead the end-to-end setup, management, and delivery of insight products for one of our most pivotal clients.

This person will be responsible for ensuring the quality, clarity, and strategic value of all deliverables, acting as the bridge between the client and our internal teams.

The role shall have a dual reporting line to both the Key Account Director as well as Insights Consultant MENA and shall be based on-site, at our client’s location in Dammam, KSA.

This setting supports close collaboration, ongoing knowledge exchange, and the development of strong client relationships. This role is ideal for someone genuinely passionate about insights—particularly media insights—who thrives on translating data into meaning, identifying patterns, and helping clients make more informed decisions.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ad-hoc insight reporting for our Tier 01 client, with on-site support for their evolving needs.
• Independently develop end-to-end analysis reports from the ground up, delivering actionable insights for senior stakeholders and effectively presenting the findings.
• Provide strategic input during key events, crises, and other high-impact moments
• Manage and oversee the on-site secondee team to ensure seamless client support and alignment with project goals
• Deliver a comprehensive and scalable measurement programme aligned with client objectives
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with the client
• Leverage AI tools to boost insight generation and improve reporting processes
• Support proposal development, onboarding, and account growth initiatives

Your Qualifications

• Experience delivering media insights across industries
• A passion for storytelling through data and evidence
• Strong skills in report writing and analysis, client communication, and project management.
• Familiarity with AMEC frameworks (qualification welcomed but not required)
• A collaborative, curious mindset with a drive to keep learning
• Broad experience delivering media insights across sectors, with the ability to independently produce comprehensive analysis reports that drive actionable outcomes.

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