Director - Corporate Communications

Key Responsibilities

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Strategic Counsel & Client Leadership
• Act as a trusted advisor to client senior leadership on reputation management, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies focused on energy transition, sustainability, and national priorities.
• Provide counsel on issues management, crisis preparedness, and media engagement.
Program & Campaign Management
• Lead the development and delivery of multi-channel communications programs, ensuring alignment with client goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee content strategy, including speeches, op-eds, reports, thought leadership, and digital platforms.
• Drive proactive and reactive communications related to the energy sector, including policy shifts, new projects, and innovation narratives.
Stakeholder & Media Engagement
• Build and manage relationships with government entities, regulators, media, and key industry stakeholders.
• Support high-level events, forums, and global energy platforms (e.g., ADIPEC, COP, World Future Energy Summit).
• Manage international and regional media relations to amplify the client’s energy leadership.
• Team & Collaboration
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering professional growth and high performance.
• Collaborate with Edelman regional teams and global experts to leverage best practices, insights, and tools.
• Ensure seamless integration with the client’s internal communications and public affairs functions.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or corporate reputation—preferably with a focus on the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional energy trends, including energy transition, sustainability, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Proven track record of managing senior client relationships and delivering complex communications programs.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and advisory skills in English (Arabic desirable but not essential).
• Experience working in the GCC, with strong understanding of regional cultural and business contexts.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile energy projects shaping the region’s future.
• Exposure to senior decision-makers and global industry platforms.
• Professional growth in a world-class communications advisory environment.
• Competitive package aligned with seniority and regional market standards.