Strategic Communications Director - Client Secondment

Daniel J Edelman Holdings; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Career growth opportunities

Extensive learning resources

Job summary

Daniel J Edelman Holdings in Dubai seeks an exceptional Associate Account Director on a 1-year secondment to lead some of the agency's largest mandates, providing strategic counsel and overseeing the design and execution of innovative communications programmes that deliver measurable impact.

The role requires 8+ years in an agency, Middle East experience, strong English, leadership, and a proven ability to grow client business through innovative strategies, with a hybrid work setup and

Qualifications

• At least 8 years experience within an agency environment.
• Middle East experience would be a bonus.
• Experience in government sector is a plus.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic writing would be a bonus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in an agile, collaborative environment.
• Track record in developing and executing communications strategies.
• Proven leadership with experience managing teams and developing staff.
• Strong attention to detail and project management.
• Deep understanding of media landscape and cross-stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Act as Subject Matter Expert in pitches and client meetings.
• Provide support to private sector and governmental clients across the Middle East.
• Build strong client relationships and maintain external networks.
• Guide clients and teams to achieve business objectives with strategic ideas.
• Be the senior client contact accountable for profitability, quality, relationships, and client satisfaction in the Middle East.
• Partner with the business and resource managers to ensure profitability targets are met.
• Develop and operationalize Client Development Plans for growth and diversification.

Skills

Agency experience

Leadership

Client relations

English proficiency

Strategic counsel

Job description

Daniel J Edelman Holdings in Dubai seeks an exceptional Associate Account Director on a 1-year secondment to lead some of the agency's largest mandates, providing strategic counsel and overseeing the design and execution of innovative communications programmes that deliver measurable impact.

The role requires 8+ years in an agency, Middle East experience, strong English, leadership, and a proven ability to grow client business through innovative strategies, with a hybrid work setup and