Communications Manager - Saudi based

Andrew Royston

Senior Client Manager - PR and Communications Recruitment Specialist

MCG Talent are looking for a Communications Manager who can be based on site at a Saudi giga project.

You must have a proven track record in previous communications roles and be able to start a new role within 4-2 weeks.

The role requires someone who is fluent in the English language and will be based on-site in North West Saudi Arabia.

Role Requirements

• Support the communications head in the launch and nurturing a new brand through positioning and reputation building.
• Research, develop and deliver internal communications that meet the ongoing requirements of the sector, in line with corporate branding and communications guidelines.
• Deliver a wide range of communication items including but not limited to emails, intranet posts, videos and presentations.
• Write, edit, and deploy internal communications content, including articles, talking points, emails, and video content.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal business partners throughout the organization to ensure communication to employees reflects best practices and aligns with the overall internal communications strategy.
• Draft talking points, remarks, executive speeches, regular sector head employee communication and develop presentations for meetings.
• Support initiatives to maintain, improve and measure colleague engagement.
• Develop and execute engaging AV productions, working alongside the inhouse production team.
• Deliver high impact client experiences through events and conferences including, but not limited to Conferences, Trade Shows, Academic Events, Round Tables, Intimate client events.
• Conduct market research and identify trends.
• Continually seek new and innovative channels and communications practices to support the comms plan.
• Proficient in proof-reading and ability to demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in initiating, nurturing and growing influencer relationships Ability to manage and deliver against multiple priorities and to tight deadlines.

Specific Requirements:

• The candidate shall have an excellent command and grasp of the English Language.
• Experience of the GCC is beneficial, as is experience of working in a fast paced and highly diverse / multi-cultural environment
• A minimum of 5-8 years consecutive experience in a similar role, within an international / multinational role executing tasks within a high pressure and highly innovative environment
• Holds a degree in the field of communications, digital marketing / social media marketing / business administration with a focus on marketing / communication sciences or PR / a qualified member of the CIM or has an equivalent of 7 years uninterrupted experience, without a qualification.