Senior Public Relations Account Manager

Emirates Content Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Content Company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Public Relations Account Manager to lead PR strategies and manage key client accounts on-site. You will develop and execute campaigns, draft press releases, and oversee media outreach to build strong journalist relationships and positive coverage.

The role requires 8+ years in PR or corporate communications, with bilingual Arabic and English preferred. You will mentor the account team and align PR activities with client business objectives in

Qualifications

• 8+ years in PR, corporate communications, government/public sector preferred.
• Bilingual Arabic & English desirable.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead PR strategies and manage key client accounts.
• Develop and execute integrated PR campaigns.
• Draft and review press releases; oversee media outreach.
• Coordinate with internal content and production teams.
• Provide strategic counsel on issues, reputation, and crisis comms.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the account team.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide recommendations.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Account management

Press releases

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Bilingual Arabic & English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Company Description:

Emirates Content is a UAE national strategic communications, public relations, and media consultancy company established in 2009. With extensive experience serving government entities and private-sector organisations, the company specialises in developing and delivering integrated communications solutions that strengthen institutional reputation, enhance media visibility, and support strategic business objectives.

Our expertise encompasses strategic communications planning, public relations and media management, corporate communications, executive positioning, crisis communications, bilingual content development, and media monitoring and analysis.

Emirates Content combines strategic insight, creative thinking, and an in-depth understanding of the UAE's media landscape to deliver tailored, results-driven solutions.

Through established relationships with leading media organisations and a commitment to quality, professionalism, and measurable performance, we help clients communicate their achievements, engage key stakeholders, and maintain a consistent and credible presence across traditional and digital media platforms.

We focus on building meaningful communications strategies that translate organisational priorities into compelling narratives, strengthen stakeholder confidence, and deliver sustainable reputational value.

Role Description

The Senior Public Relations Account Manager is a full-time on-site role based in Dubai, responsible for leading PR strategies and managing key client accounts. This role involves developing and executing PR campaigns, drafting and reviewing press releases, and overseeing media outreach to build strong relationships with journalists and media outlets. The Senior Account Manager will coordinate with internal content, production, to ensure consistent messaging across channels and align PR activities with client goals. Day-to-day tasks include managing client communication, preparing reports and performance analyses, providing strategic counsel, and identifying opportunities for positive coverage and reputation enhancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Candidates should possess strong Public Relations and Media Relations skills to plan campaigns, manage reputation, and secure impactful coverage.
• Candidates should possess solid Account Management skills, including client relationship management, project coordination, and performance reporting.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills to craft clear messaging, present strategies, and collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in writing and managing Press Releases, including drafting, editing, and tailoring content for diverse media channels.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to work under deadlines while handling multiple projects.
• Knowledge of regional media landscape in the UAE and GCC .
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Dubai and collaborate in a diverse, multicultural professional environment.
• Develop and implement PR and communications strategies & Plans aligned with business objectives.
• Lead media relations, executive positioning, thought leadership, and reputation programmes.
• Provide strategic counsel around issues, reputation, and crisis communications.
• Oversee integrated PR campaigns from strategy through to delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop account team.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications preferably within the government or public sector.
• Bilingual Arabic & English desirable
• Strong experience across PR, reputation management, media relations, and executive communications.
• Proven experience managing senior stakeholders and leading teams.
• Strong strategic, client management, communication skills.
• Experience across corporate, government is advantageous.