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Ref: HP698-12575
Job description / Role
We are looking to recruit an experienced PR Manager to join the Head Office of Al Futtaim Motors.The main purpose of this role is to assist and support the Communications Manager in running a fully functioning Communication Department by managing all PR operations throughpot the division.
As part of the Marketing team you will be responsible for translating the Corporate Communication Strategy of Al-Futtaim Motors, including the company’s three brands’ strategies into executable yearly plans and implementing these plans to deliver the set KPIs; maintaining the company’s leadership in the UAE / Pan Arab media through a revamped narrative and stronger media relations, by securing high-level placements in print, broadcast and digital publications, with a strong focus on lifestyle and green titles; reinforcing existing collaborative relationships with relevant divisions within the company to support and seek internal and external PR opportunities alongside leveraging existing media relationships and cultivating new contacts in Business, Lifestyle, Hospitality and Travel, Inflight and Environmental titles.
You should be able to conduct research and analysis to support the creation of thought leadership and point of view reports, feature articles, social media friendly communiques alongside maintaining a keen understanding of Government regulations and decisions, as well as new industry trends affecting the business and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them. Managing the PR budget of the division is a key element of this role.
Requirements
To be considered for this role you will ideally hold a BA / MA degree in public relations, digital communication, journalism, marketing or a related discipline and will have a minimum of 7 years within a hands-on, high-responsibility Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications or Product Marketing role.
As prior PR experience is a requirement for this position it is expected that you will have a solid portfolio of corporate communications deliverables and writing samples, alongside a strong capability of managing third party suppliers. The ideal candidate must be resourceful, creative, and able to brainstorm and implement new ideas. You will act as the face of the company and therefore will have a proactive, professional and presentable nature. Prior experience of managing a team is an advantage.
About the Company
Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.
The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.
The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.