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Ref: LP918-351
Job description / Role
On behalf of a well-established and prestigious firm in the DIFC, Swisslinx is urgently looking for an experienced Communications and PR Manager to join their existing offices in Dubai.
Reporting to Senior/Head of Communications, your role will include communications, public relations, media relations - you will be overall responsible for the implementation of the Company's communications program.
Your role will include but not be limited to:
- Implementing communications programs, as per company's policy and vision
- Liaising with and managing external agencies (ex. PR agencies)
- Developing strong relationships with Media (including international)
- Writing press releases for local and international publications
Requirements
- Extensive experience managing communications and PR programs
- Excellent communication skills in English; speaking and level of writing must be at native level
- Strong understanding of Dubai market, good relationships with media and other third parties
- Background in an agency or global company preferred
In this role, you will work closely with a team of high-level professionals - team-work is important, as well as being creative and thinking outside the box. You will be working on important projects and be held accountable for high-standard delivery.
About the Company
Swisslinx Middle East is a leading executive search firm in the region. We specialise in recruitment solutions, talent acquisition and career advice across a wide range of markets within the financial services sector.
We are located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which gives us unrivalled access to onshore Middle Eastern clients and candidates. We also partner with clients in London, Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Frankfurt and Paris and have been instrumental in establishing onshore Middle Eastern and Emerging Market teams.
We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients helping them develop successful, sustainable businesses. Transparency, trust and discretion drive the way in which we mediate between clients and candidates and ensure we consistently deliver results.