Account Director

Merkle Italia; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentsu in Riyadh is seeking a PR Account Director to lead client relationships and support senior leadership in delivering strategic public relations programs. The role oversees creation of plans, proposals, reports, and media-ready materials, and focuses on leadership development and cross-team collaboration to deliver integrated communications solutions.

The position is full-time and permanent, based in Riyadh.

Responsibilities

• Ensures communication strategy reflects the organisation's strategic vision.
• Develops and implements social media strategies.
• Collaborates with media outlets to publish press releases, thought leadership and other materials.
• Drives external awareness by pitching stories featuring senior leadership as experts.
• Develops and maintains strong media ties to generate visible opportunities.

Job description

The purpose of this role is to build strong relationships with clients and to support senior leadership to drive and deliver on a client’s public relations strategy. Oversees the development of plans, proposals, reports, creative briefs and other communication deliverables. The PR Account Director is a leadership role and responsible for people development. Works collaboratively across the agency and within the Dentsu business to ensure clients receive the best integrated public relations and communications solutions for their business.

Key responsibilities

• Works with peers to ensure communication strategy is consistent and reflects the organisation's strategic vision
• Develops and implements social media strategies
• Works with media outlets to publish timely company information including press releases, though leadership and other materials
• Helps drive external awareness through proactively pitching stories positioning the organisation, senior leadership and other industry leaders as experts on specific topics
• Develops and maintains strong ties with the media to help generate visible opportunities

Location

Riyadh

Brand

Digital Republic

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

About dentsu

For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way.

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