Group Account Director
Kingston Stanley · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeGroup Account Director – PR & Corporate CommunicationsWe are seeking an experienced Group Account Director to lead high-profile corporate PR and communications accounts. This is a senior client leadership role focused on strategic communications, corporate reputation, media relations, executive positioning, and account growth.The ideal candidate will be confident advising senior stakeholders, developing integrated communications strategies, leading high-performing teams, and managing complex, high-profile client accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesLead senior client relationships and act as a trusted strategic communications advisor.Develop and implement corporate PR and communications strategies aligned with business objectives.Lead media relations, executive positioning, thought leadership, and reputation programmes.Provide strategic counsel around issues, reputation, and crisis communications.Oversee integrated PR campaigns from strategy through to delivery.Lead, mentor, and develop account teams across multiple client accounts.Manage account budgets, profitability, forecasting, and commercial growth.Monitor campaign performance and provide strategic recommendations.Requirements8 years' experience in PR, corporate communications, or strategic communications, ideally within an agency of which at least 3 - 4 years in a senior capacityBilingual Arabic & English desirableStrong experience across corporate PR, reputation management, media relations, and executive communications.Proven experience managing senior stakeholders and leading teams.Strong strategic, client management, communication, and commercial skills.Experience across corporate, government, financial services, technology, or professional services is advantageous.