Senior Consultant- Capital Markets Advisory (FinComms)

MCG Talent; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Consultant / Account Director specializing in Financial Communications. This role offers the opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of clients, engaging with media and C-suite executives across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regional capital markets and demonstrate exceptional communication and analytical skills. With a focus on career development, this position allows for growth within a dynamic consultancy environment, where your expertise will influence strategic communications and enhance client relationships. Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in financial communications and make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Financial Communications with consultancy or in-house experience.
• Strong understanding of regional capital markets and financial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of clients and engage with media and C-suite executives.
• Analyze market trends and provide strategic advisory.

Skills

Financial Communications

Public Markets Knowledge

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Role: Senior Consultant / Account Director - Financial Communications

Client: An international business communications consultancy

Job Requirements:

1. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in Financial Communications (either in consultancy or in-house) with exposure to public markets, and a desire to step up and accelerate their career development.
2. A strong understanding of the regional capital markets and financial sectors is preferred (e.g., Saudi Capital Market Authority, IPO processes, etc.). The breadth and variety of our client base means we can accommodate sector specialists or consultants who want to work across a broader range of areas.
3. The Senior Consultant will lead a portfolio of clients and engage with media, investment bankers, and C-suite executives of companies in the Middle East.

Qualifications:

• Full fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is mandatory.
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Communications, either in a consultancy or in-house role.
• Strong understanding of communications and the financial sector.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-suite executives and external stakeholders.
• Polished and professional presence, with cultural sensitivity when dealing with clients in the Middle East.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with extreme attention to detail, and ability to distil information and create a narrative for presentation in proper formatting.
• Excellent organizational skills managing complex client portfolios across geographies.
• Proven track record of managing communications and building strong relationships with media and senior management of clients.
• Ability to analyze market trends, competitor performance, and investor sentiment to provide strategic ad-hoc advisory.
• Must be able to perform in a high-pressure environment.