Corporate Communications Executive

Job description / Role

One of the UAE's leading group of companies is looking for a Corporate Communications Executive to join their Marketing division.

Reporting to Group Account Manager – Public Relations with a salary circa AED 14,000 + benefits per month

Job Purpose:

To coordinate with internal and external parties for implementing marketing strategies and plans of allocated portfolios in order to generate maximum awareness and exposure for the corporate brand.

1. Assist in the development of yearly and quarterly marketing plans & calendar of activities for the respective portfolio of brands and facilities

2. Provide regular feedback on efficiency and general observations and learnings of the marketing plans for brand portfolio

3. Maintain Corporate Identity guidelines, facilities set-up and adherence to brand’s image

4. Generate periodic tracking reports including analysis and recommendations

5. Assist in handling all PR in the print electronic and broadcast medium and marketing requirements ranging from interviews, corporate announcements, POS, posters, brochures, merchandising, and websites etc.

6. Provide reports and analysis to the Group Account Manager - Corporate PR on the PR and marketing initiatives as and when required.

7. Assist in preparation of the corporate newsletter

8. Draft and research press releases for publishing in the print media, and for use in radio and television transmissions to obtain maximum and effective coverage of a news item.

9. Prepare a list of possible questions and answers that one might encounter in a industry conference, press interview or other speaking opportunity.

10. Support towards and necessary coordination for corporate events

Requirements

Knowledge Skills and Experience:

1) Graduate, ideally in Marketing is preferred
2) Knowledge of written and spoken English essential, Arabic an advantage
3) Creativity and innovation
4) Good writing skills
5) Computer Literacy
6) Good communication, & inter-personal skills
7) 2-4 years of relevant experience in Marketing & Public Relations

About the Company

Edge Resourcing was established in the United Arab Emirates in 2008. We have taken care in our growth and have kept our corporate values throughout.

Edge Resourcing is led by a specialist team of Recruitment Consultants, each of whom have experience of working in and a sound knowledge of the local market place. We have gradually expanded our horizons and now offer specialist services within the Middle East Retail sector. Our aim is to provide a thorough and honest service to both our candidates and clients, making sure that we only take on work which we feel we can service to the correct level of satisfaction required.

We currently offer professional and tailored contingency and retained search services to the following specialist sectors of the market: Retail Accountancy and Finance Office Support Human Resources Sales and Marketing Legal

Our aim is to continue to position ourselves in the market as one of the most consistent and successful suppliers of manpower. We strive to make things happen and make a difference to your business and career. Success isnt just about putting people into jobs, but about giving you an honest, personal service. Whether you are a client or a candidate, our aim is to find out exactly what it is that you are looking for, rather than push you to settle for your second choice.