Public Relations / Business Development

Al Safar & Partners Website; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is looking for a Public Relations Manager. The successful candidate will oversee all PR activities, manage a team, and be responsible for external communication, enhancing the company's image and brand presence.

Benefits

Full-time position with flexible work hours

Professional office environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, or related fields.
• Experience in managing a news conference.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all public relations activities including press interactions.
• Manage a team of PR specialists.
• Draft and edit press releases.

Skills

Communication skills

Marketing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations

Job description

Public Relations / Business Development Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary/Objective:

We are seeking to hire a Public Relations Manager (or Public Relations Department Manager) who will oversee all activities related to public relations, including interactions with the press. Responsible for managing a group of PR specialists, delegating responsibilities, drafting and editing press releases, and assisting with the organization of company events such as press conferences.

Essential Functions:

1. Find and learn about potential clients
2. Build and maintain relationships with clients
3. Work with sales teams to create mutually beneficial proposals
4. Discuss contract terms with clients and stakeholders
5. Monitor project teams to ensure contracts are executed as planned
6. Utilize customer and competitor data to derive insights
7. Make presentations to potential clients and internal executives
8. Develop and implement processes and policies to support business growth
9. Identify and add qualified leads to the sales pipeline
10. Establish and manage strategic partnerships
11. Track proposal components and report on their status
12. Conduct ongoing market research
13. Collaborate with the pricing department on proposal pricing
14. Manage the sales process from start to finish
15. Prepare and submit sales contracts

Competencies:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with consumer marketing
• Ability to make media presentations
• Skill in analyzing large datasets for actionable insights
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under time constraints while maintaining high standards
• Inspirational thinker with strong articulation skills in writing and speech
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for understanding
• Attention to detail; social media savvy

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, communications, English, marketing, or related fields
• Experience in managing a news conference successfully

Supervisory Responsibility:

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

Works in a professional office environment, using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

Requires talking, hearing, sitting, standing, walking, using hands, and reaching with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with flexibility for weekends and holidays as needed.

Travel:

Occasional travel required.

Work Authorization:

Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

Other Duties:

This job description is not exhaustive. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.