Senior Account Manager, Technology (Secondment)

Daniel J Edelman Holdings; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Edelman seeks a Senior Account Manager Technology to join our growing team in a seconded, embedded role within a major client. You will lead strategic communications programs, shaping messaging from thought leadership to media engagement while remaining connected to the Edelman network.

You will translate complex technology topics for diverse audiences, manage multiple workstreams, and build strong relationships with internal and client stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A communications professional with extensive experience in technology or government-led transformation.
• Strong writing and editorial skills with ability to translate complex tech for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and deliver integrated campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic technology communications programs within a client environment.
• Serve as day-to-day contact for internal stakeholders on comms and campaigns.
• Translate complex technology concepts into accessible messaging for varied audiences.
• Draft and edit press materials, speeches, and social media copy.
• Support media relations and journalist engagement across local and regional outlets.
• Collaborate with strategy, brand, digital, and marketing teams to ensure alignment.
• Manage multiple workstreams and timelines with attention to detail.
• Act as a conduit between Edelman and the client team.

Skills

Communications

Writing

Stakeholder management

Media relations

Job description

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.

At Edelman we understand diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues our company our clients and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and belonging.

About the Role

Edelman is looking for a Senior Account Manager Technology to join our growing team in a seconded role embedded full-time within one of our high-profile clients. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and execute strategic communications programs at the heart of the clients organization while remaining closely connected to the Edelman network. You’ll be responsible for delivering strategic counsel high-quality execution and strong relationship management across technology-focused communications initiatives from thought leadership and media engagement to campaign planning and stakeholder comms.

What Youll do

• Work directly within the client environment managing and executing integrated communications strategies aligned with business goals and timelines
• Serve as the day-to-day contact for internal stakeholders on all comms and campaign activity
• Translate complex technology concepts into accessible engaging messaging for various audiences (public media policymakers B2B etc.)
• Draft and edit high-impact content including press releases briefing documents key messages speeches and social media copy
• Support media relations and press engagement strategies cultivating strong local and regional journalist relationships
• Partner with client-side teams across strategy brand digital and marketing to ensure alignment and delivery
• Manage multiple workstreams deliverables and timelines with strong attention to detail
• Serve as a conduit between Edelman and the client team to ensure collaboration and resource access

Who you are

• A communications professional with 57 years of experience ideally in technology innovation or government-led transformation sectors
• Adept at working independently while navigating large complex organizations
• A confident and concise communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• A skilled writer with the ability to simplify technical information without losing nuance
• Proactive detail-oriented and solution-focused you get things done while building trust

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an agency or in-house role focused on technology or innovation
• Experience managing integrated campaigns and stakeholder engagement programs
• Media relations expertise with understanding of local/regional tech or business press
• Familiarity with smart cities AI mobility data policy or digital transformation topics
• Experience in secondment or consultancy-style roles is a plus

We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Required Experience:

Manager