Specialist, Financial Communication

ADNOC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Distribution seeks a Specialist, Financial Communications to lead the creation and delivery of clear, timely financial content for investors, shareholders, media, and stakeholders. You will manage press materials, regulatory filings, and crisis communications while aligning with branding standards.

Role involves collaborating with IR and external agencies to produce ESG and governance reports, prepare speeches and Q&A, and support investor events across internal teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in financial communication and related activities.
• Experience in oil, gas or retail sectors preferred.
• Strong drafting of financial content, media relations, and investor events.
• Knowledge of regulatory disclosure and financial reporting cycles.
• Ability to work under pressure during earnings releases or crises.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage financial content releases (earnings, presentations, annual reports, filings) with IR team.
• Coordinate messaging with branding guidelines and external agencies.
• Translate financial content between English and Arabic as needed.
• Develop investor materials including ESG and governance reports.
• Engage financial media and influencers, coordinate interviews and responses.
• Plan and execute investor events, including logistics and content.

Skills

Financial communications

Investor relations

Media relations

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, PR, finance, business admin

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Specialist, Financial Communications plays a key role in supporting ADNOC Distribution’s investor relationsand corporate communications efforts. The role is responsible for developing and delivering clear, accurate,and timely financial content to investors, shareholders, media, and other stakeholders. This includes managingpress materials, regulatory filings, media relations, and crisis communication, while ensuring alignment withcorporate branding and communication standards. The role also supports investor events and collaborates withinternal teams and external agencies to enhance the company’s financial reputation and transparency.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Investor Relations Communication

• Draft and manage the release of financial content such as earnings releases, investor presentations,annual reports, and regulatory filings in coordination with the Investor Relations team.
• Ensure all investor-related materials are aligned with ADNOC Distribution’s communication guidelinesand brand standards.
• Support the preparation of messaging documents, speeches, Q&A documents, and fact sheets forinvestor-facing engagements.
• Assist in the translation of financial content between English and Arabic, ensuring accuracy andconsistency with approved terminology.
• Collaborate with external agencies to develop high-quality investor materials, including ESG andcorporate governance reports.

Media and Public Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with financial media and key influencers to ensure accurate andpositive coverage of the company.
• Draft press releases and media content that communicate key financial and business updates toexternal audiences.
• Respond to media inquiries related to investor relations and coordinate interviews with companyspokespeople.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing insights and recommendations to improve thecompany’s financial image.
• Align media messaging with broader corporate communication strategies and business objectives.

Crisis Communication Support

• Assist in the development and execution of crisis communication plans in collaboration with the InvestorRelations Manager.
• Prepare timely and accurate communication materials during financial or reputational crises to maintainstakeholder trust.
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather verified information and ensure consistent messagingduring critical situations.
• Monitor the impact of crisis communications on investor sentiment and share performance.
• Support internal training and awareness on crisis communication protocols and best practices.

Investor Event Coordination

• Support the planning and execution of investor events, including logistics, content development, andon-site coordination.
• Assist in the design and production of event materials such as brochures, hoardings, and presentations,ensuring brand consistency.
• Develop communication plans and promotional content to drive investor engagement before, during,and after events.
• Manage media interactions during investor events to ensure accurate representation of the company’s messages.
• Collect and analyze feedback from investors to enhance future event planning and communicationstrategies.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Finance, Business Administration, or arelated field.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 8 years of experience in financial communication, digital and social media marketing and advertisingetc.
• Experience in Oil and Gas, Retail industry will be preferable.
• Strong experience in drafting financial content, managing media relations, and supporting investorevents.
• Familiarity with regulatory disclosure requirements and financial reporting cycles.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, especially during earnings releases or crisis situations.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external agencies in a fast-paced, high-visibilityenvironment.