Strategic PR Director, Corporate & Finance

Viola Communications; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Viola Communications in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced PR Account Director, Corporate & Finance, to lead the strategic direction of its Corporate and Financial Communications practice and provide high-level counsel to clients. You will develop and execute integrated communication strategies, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and lead a team to deliver exceptional service and business results.

This role emphasizes growth, new business development, and ensuring programmes such as financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certification is advantageous.
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, financial communications, or a related field.
• Agency experience managing corporate and financial communications clients is highly preferred.
• Proven experience advising senior executives and managing high-profile communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client counsel across corporate and financial communications, acting as a trusted senior advisor to clients.
• Develop and oversee integrated communications strategies aligned with client business objectives, reputation, and stakeholder priorities.
• Lead corporate and financial communications programmes, including financial results, M&A, IPOs, restructuring, corporate announcements, and regulatory communications.
• Drive client growth and new business, identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and contributing to pitches, proposals, and presentations.
• Oversee account delivery and profitability, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Contribute to the growth of Viola Communications’ Corporate & Financial Communications offering by staying ahead of market trends and identifying emerging opportunities.
• Ensure quality and best practice, maintaining high agency standards and ensuring communications are aligned with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry expectations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field

Master's degree or relevant professional certification

Job description

Viola Communications in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced PR Account Director, Corporate & Finance, to lead the strategic direction of its Corporate and Financial Communications practice and provide high-level counsel to clients. You will develop and execute integrated communication strategies, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and lead a team to deliver exceptional service and business results.

This role emphasizes growth, new business development, and ensuring programmes such as financial