Director of Communications (KSA-based)

MCG Talent are seeking a Senior Communications Director to join one of our clients who are a strategic communications and public affairs consultancy based in Riyadh, KSA.

This role is for someone with approximately 10-15 years of experience.

You will be part of the communications team and will be there to advise companies on public relations, public affairs, strategic positioning, and CEO positioning.

Key Requirements

Corporate Communications

Job Description

• Developing and implementing communication strategies and plans in collaboration with the project teams for international clients.
• Managing communication activities for the strategic positioning of companies and management boards.
• Advising clients on internal and external communication measures and media relations.
• Following, monitoring, and understanding Middle Eastern and European key political debates and providing tailored advice to our blue-chip clients and our colleagues from international offices.
• Supporting the team in client acquisition and the further development of existing mandates.
• Helping further grow the business and office in Dubai.
• Cultivating strong collaborative relationships and inspiring local and global stakeholders to drive high-quality output.
• Pioneering fresh ideas and innovative communications formats.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or equivalent is preferable, preferably in a subject related to communications, media relations, journalism, finance/economics, or political science (e.g., IEP, leading business school, leading communication school).
• Initial professional experience in journalism, communications, public institutions, consulting, and/or the financial sector.
• Experience within an agency or consultancy space is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, spoken and written, in English.
• High level of textual competence and strong communication skills.
• Organisational competency, high level of personal commitment, and strong professional presence.
• Excellent people and stakeholder management skills and a natural networker.
• Must be a Saudi national.