Senior Manager External Communications - Partnerships - Holding Corporate Communications - Majid Al

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 290,160 - 379,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct collaboration with senior executives

Opportunity for long-term career growth in a purpose-driven organization

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim is seeking a Senior Manager for External Communications in Dubai to lead external communications that support its growth ambitions and enhance brand positioning. The role involves strategic guidance to senior stakeholders and managing external communications compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with over ten years of experience in corporate communications, exceptional writing skills, and a proven track record in external communications strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the corporate voice and reputation.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience in in-house corporate communications or agency environments.
• Proven track record leading external communications strategies, including digital communications ecosystems.
• Strong ability to engage, motivate, and collaborate with diverse teams and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Position, promote, and protect the Majid Al Futtaim brand across external platforms.
• Develop understanding of the competitive and geopolitical landscape for aligned communications counsel.
• Manage compliance with content standards and brand guidelines across external communications.

Skills

Communications

Stakeholder engagement

Writing and editing

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Media

Job description

Senior Manager External Communications - Partnerships - Holding Corporate Communications - Majid Al Futtaim - Dubai, UAE

Position Overview: The Senior Manager External Communications - Partnerships role at Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai leads the Group's external communications agenda to support growth ambitions, strengthen trust, and enhance brand positioning.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Public Relations and Communications
Function: Public Relations
Salary: 26000-34000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Position, promote, and protect the Majid Al Futtaim brand and corporate reputation across external platforms and partnerships
• Co-develop and deliver integrated engagement programs with the Corporate Communications team to achieve Group reputation objectives
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure a unified communications strategy that advances business priorities and strategic goals
• Develop deep understanding of the competitive and geopolitical landscape to provide relevant, grounded communications counsel aligned with Majid Al Futtaim's regional leadership position
• Provide strategic guidance to senior stakeholders to ensure all external engagements align with corporate communications strategy, policies, and governance
• Support the VP Corporate Communications in rapid response and crisis communications related to reputational risks, market events, or emerging issues
• Manage and ensure compliance with content standards, brand guidelines, and company policies across all external communications
• Track industry best practices and emerging technologies to enhance communications effectiveness and employee experience

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Media and Communications, or a related field
• Ten or more years of experience in in-house corporate communications or agency environments
• Proven track record leading external communications strategies, including digital communications ecosystems
• Highly articulate communicator with exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills
• Strong ability to engage, motivate, and collaborate with diverse teams and senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated expertise in publishing standards, layout, design coordination, and professional content delivery

Why Join Us

• Strategic leadership role shaping the external voice and partnerships of a leading regional group
• Direct collaboration with senior executives and global stakeholders
• Opportunity to influence thought leadership and corporate reputation at scaleLong-term career growth within a purpose-driven organization

About the Company

Majid Al Futtaim is a leading developer and operator of shopping malls, retail, leisure, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. Through its corporate communications function, the Group advances trusted partnerships and narratives that create great moments for everyone, every day.