Qureos Mentor

Burson Global

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p>
We are looking for an Account Director (Project Manager) to join Burson and WPP&rsquo;s North America team for a leading F100 Automotive client. This highly visible position offers the opportunity to work with a matrixed cross-functional team on multiple project workstreams.</p>
<p>
This role will be responsible for helping clients achieve successful deliverables around an exciting and innovative line of new automobiles.</p>
<p>
The ideal candidate will be highly organized public relations professional with both solid project management skills and media relations experience in the automotive and technology sectors capable of managing ongoing projects across various workstreams.</p>
<p><b>
What you'll do:</b></p>
<p>
This role will be supporting the Communications Lead for our automotive F100 client in North America in all aspects of the business. This could include but not be limited to:
</p><ul><li>Strategic project and campaign leadership</li>
<li>Managing progress on projects to ensure that deliverables are met</li>
<li>Coordination of asset and content creation</li>
<li>Work with Marketing team to determine if assets are already created, need to be created or if it is something the Communications team will be responsible for</li>
<li>Ensure all deliverables from an asset/content creation perspective are done on a timely manner</li>
<li>Responsible for coordinating agency calls and agendas</li>
<li>Media Relations, including earned creator outreach and management</li>
<li>Media monitoring</li>
<li>Additional client requests as needed</li>
</ul><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
<ul><li>7-10 years of previous public relations work experience</li>
<li>Excellent project and team management skills with a proven ability to plan and prioritize work to meet commitments and identify, secure, and employ resources needed to achieve results</li>
<li>Prior experience serving as a day-to-day account lead</li>
<li>Ability to manage complex relationships diplomatically and consultatively</li>
<li>Ability to think innovatively to develop creative solutions and new programs</li>
<li>Team player, ready to roll up their sleeves in a collaborative environment</li>
<li>Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups</li>
</ul>
<p>Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
</p><p><b>#LI-MG1</b></p><div><div><div><div>
Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.</div></div><p>
The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:</p><div>
$60,000&mdash;$140,000 USD</div></div></div><div><p><b>
You belong at Burson:</b></p>
<p>
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
<p>
At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
<p>
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
<div>
 this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.</div></div></div>

Account Director, Public Relations Project Management

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p>
Burson&rsquo;s MENA operations stand as one of the largest and most respected communications agencies in the region, delivering impactful strategies rooted in craft, curiosity, counsel, and camaraderie. Burson MENA is a trusted partner for clients navigating complex communications and public affairs landscapes, shaping reputations, and driving business outcomes across diverse sectors.</p>
<p>
With offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia and also part of the region is Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain and Egypt, our team combines strategic expertise with AI-driven insights to craft compelling narratives that influence key decision-makers. Backed by a strong international and global network, we provide innovative, data-driven solutions that connect with audiences and create lasting impact. At Burson, our inclusive and high-performance culture fuels innovation, empowering individuals to excel and collaborate in a dynamic environment where growth thrives.</p>
<p>
Burson is seeking a strategic and proactive Resource Manager to spearhead our end-to-end resource planning and allocation across multiple markets and practices. You will optimize the deployment of talent to meet client commitments and business priorities, proactively forecast needs, and resolve staffing challenges in close partnership with leadership. This pivotal role drives operational excellence by managing real-time utilization, owning resource planning systems, leveraging data for commercial insight, and providing critical support for new business growth and external vendor management.
</p><p><b>What you'll do:</b></p>
<ul><li>End-to-End Resource Planning &amp; Allocation: Manage resourcing across multiple markets and practices, ensuring optimal deployment of talent to meet client commitments, business priorities, and urgent project demands.
</li><li>Strategic Forecasting &amp; Stakeholder Partnership: Partner closely with Practice Leads, Client Leads, and leadership to forecast needs, identify capacity constraints, and proactively solve staffing challenges.
</li><li>Real-Time Coordination &amp; Utilization Management: Facilitate regular planning meetings across geographies and time zones, monitor utilization, and flag over- or under-allocation to maintain resource health.
</li><li>New Business &amp; Growth Support: Provide resource assessments, capacity planning, and staffing input to support pitches, new client engagements,<b> </b>and large-scale opportunities.
</li><li>Systems Ownership &amp; Visibility: Own and optimize resource planning tools, trackers, and processes to provide clear visibility into who is working on what, capacity availability, and emerging pressure points.
</li><li>Data, Reporting &amp; Commercial Insight: Improve timesheet compliance and data hygiene; develop dashboards and reports that enable utilization tracking, commercial oversight, and leadership decision-making.
</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Operational Excellence: Act as a trusted partner to Client Services, Finance, and People teams, supporting profitability, talent planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
</li><li>External Resource &amp; Vendor Management: Manage freelancers and vendors as needed, coordinating scoping, contracting, booking, and compliance in line with project needs and budget parameters.
</li></ul><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
<ul><li>Resource &amp; Operations Expertise: Proven experience in resource management, operations, or project coordination within fast-paced, complex environments (agency, PR, professional services, or similar).</li>
<li>Strategic Resource Planning: Strong ability to manage competing priorities, balance supply and demand, anticipate challenges, and think several steps ahead.</li>
<li>Tools, Commercial &amp; Change Acumen: Strong proficiency in Excel, resource planning and project management tools; solid commercial understanding (profitability, utilisation); and experience driving change and adoption of new processes.</li>
<li>Influential Communicator: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority, build trust quickly, and navigate diverse stakeholders diplomatically.</li>
<li>Structured &amp; Detail-Driven: Highly organised and detail-oriented, capable of creating structure, processes, and clarity in ambiguous or evolving situations.</li>
<li>Proactive Problem Solver: Solutions-focused mindset, comfortable addressing challenges in real time and driving practical outcomes.</li>
<li>People-Centric Approach: Genuinely supportive and empathetic, with a strong focus on enabling colleagues&rsquo; success and understanding the human side of resource management.</li>
<li>Global &amp; Cultural Agility: Experience working across multiple geographies or matrixed organisations, with cultural sensitivity across MENAT markets; fluent in English, with Arabic a strong advantage.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>#LI-RE1</b></p><div><p><b>
You belong at Burson:</b></p>
<p>
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
<p>
At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
<p>
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
<div>
 this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.</div></div></div>

Resource Manager

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, a global communications leader within the WPP network, is seeking a driven and experienced Account Manager to join our team to work across practices including Corporate, Health &amp; Wellness and Energy &amp; Industrials team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role is central to creating value for our clients, and you will be instrumental in developing and executing impactful communications strategies, providing expert counsel, and driving media engagement to achieve tangible business outcomes, all while working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.</p>
<p><b>
What you'll do:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of clients across key sectors.</li>
<li>Oversee and manage account activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to high-quality standards.</li>
<li>Contribute to and implement integrated corporate communications strategies, aligning with client objectives.</li>
<li>Lead the placement and written development of high-impact thought leadership content, including op-eds and articles.</li>
<li>Lead comprehensive media relations activities, including building media lists, proactive pitching, and journalist engagement.</li>
<li>Actively mentor and guide junior team members, fostering their professional development.</li>
<li>Thrive in a client-servicing environment, efficiently managing multiple priorities and complex campaigns.</li>
<li>Continuously build knowledge and expertise in client-related sectors, anticipating challenges and opportunities</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Proven track record in communications, ideally supporting clients in healthcare, renewable energy, sustainability, industrials, or government sectors.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in communications and media relations, preferably from an agency background.</li>
<li>Prior experience at a Senior Account Executive (SAE) or Account Manager (AM) level is highly preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated strong capabilities as a corporate communications and media relations operator.</li>
<li>Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and high-volume workloads effectively.</li>
<li>A natural ability to build strong client relationships and provide confident, informed counsel.</li>
<li>Proficiency in developing and executing B2B and Corporate communication strategies that drive measurable results.</li>
<li>Bi-lingual (Arabic) preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>#LI-RE1
</b></p><div><p><b>You belong at Burson:</b></p>
<p>
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
<p>
At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
<p>
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
<div>
 this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.</div></div></div>

PR Account Manager - Cross Practice

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
Burson MENA:</b></p>
<p>
Burson&rsquo;s MENA operations stand as one of the largest and most respected communications agencies in the region, delivering impactful strategies rooted in craft, curiosity, counsel, and camaraderie. Burson MENA is a trusted partner for clients navigating complex communications and public affairs landscapes, shaping reputations, and driving business outcomes across diverse sectors.</p>
<p>
With offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia and also part of the region is Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain and Egypt, our team combines strategic expertise with AI-driven insights to craft compelling narratives that influence key decision-makers. Backed by a strong international and global network, we provide innovative, data-driven solutions that connect with audiences and create lasting impact. At Burson, our inclusive and high-performance culture fuels innovation, empowering individuals to excel and collaborate in a dynamic environment where growth thrives.</p>
<p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p>
The Head of Technology for Burson Middle East is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the growth, strategic direction, and operational excellence of the Burson Technology practice across the region. Reporting directly to the MENAT CEO, this role is critical for identifying and securing new business opportunities, ensuring high-quality client delivery, building team development, and championing innovation within the Burson brand. You will play a key role in protecting and promoting Burson's distinct approach to technology, directly contributing to the practice's revenue targets.</p>
<p><b>
What you'll do:</b></p>
<ul><li>Own and drive technology revenue growth across the Middle East, identifying, securing and expanding high-value client relationships while delivering against ambitious regional growth and net revenue targets.</li>
<li>Lead market-facing new business development across key Middle East markets, proactively originating opportunities, opening doors with net-new clients, and personally leading major pitches and conversions.</li>
<li>Build Burson&rsquo;s technology proposition in the region, expanding our footprint with existing clients, scaling multi-market engagements, and integrating broader Burson capabilities to deliver greater client value.</li>
<li>Act as a senior advisor to the region&rsquo;s most influential clients, providing trusted counsel to C-suite and senior stakeholders across government, enterprise, scaleup and multinational organisations.</li>
<li>Elevate Burson&rsquo;s reputation as a leading technology advisor in the Middle East, shaping the firm&rsquo;s external profile through thought leadership, industry presence and senior-level relationships.</li>
<li>Build, lead and inspire a high-performing regional technology team, creating a culture of collaboration, inclusion and excellence, and ensuring the right capabilities are in place to support growth.</li>
<li>Partner closely with the MENAT CEO and regional leadership, contributing to regional strategy, market prioritisation, investment decisions and long-term growth planning.</li>
<li>Champion innovation and modern delivery, embedding emerging technologies, AI enabled solutions and new IP into client offerings to enhance impact, efficiency and differentiation.</li>
</ul><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
<ul><li>A strong track record of building and growing a technology practice or portfolio within the Middle East, ideally within a communications, consulting or professional services environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrable success in new business origination and growth, with experience winning complex, high-value mandates in competitive and fast-evolving markets.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of the Middle East business and cultural landscape, with the credibility and networks to operate effectively across diverse markets and client environments.</li>
<li>Senior client advisory gravitas, with the ability to counsel, influence and build trust with C-suite and senior government or enterprise stakeholders.</li>
<li>Strong commercial and strategic judgement, able to translate client challenges and market insight into profitable, scalable solutions aligned to Burson&rsquo;s capabilities.</li>
<li>Proven people leadership experience, including building, mentoring and developing high performing, diverse teams in growth-oriented environments.</li>
<li>Expertise and curiosity within the technology sector, with a clear view of emerging trends, innovation and disruption shaping client needs in the region.</li>
<li>A collaborative, values-led leadership style, aligned to Burson&rsquo;s global competencies of Craft, Curiosity, Counsel and Camaraderie.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>#LI-RE1</b></p><div><p><b>
You belong at Burson:</b></p>
<p>
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
<p>
At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
<p>
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
<div>
 this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.</div></div></div>

Head of Technology PR - MENA

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p></p>
<p>We are hiring for a senior Issues &amp; Crisis communications leader to join Burson as part of a dedicated seconded team embedded within the Corporate Communications function of a globally significant organisation operating across energy, policy and international markets.</p>
<p>
This is a high-stakes advisory role requiring calm judgement, intellectual rigour and the ability to advise decisively in complex, fast-moving situations. You will operate at senior levels, providing real-time counsel to leadership, shaping crisis frameworks, mitigating reputational risk and strengthening organisational resilience across regional and international environments.</p>
<p>
Experience within energy, oil, gas, infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors will be advantageous. This role is suited to a strategic thinker who understands geopolitical nuance, stakeholder sensitivity and the demands of operating in visible, globally scrutinised contexts.</p>
<p></p>
<p><b>What you'll do:</b></p>
<p></p>
<ul><li><div>Serve as senior advisor on issues and crisis communications strategy and activation</div>
</li>
<li><div>Develop and refine crisis playbooks, escalation frameworks and response protocols</div>
</li>
<li><div>Provide on-the-spot counsel to senior stakeholders during live or emerging situations</div>
</li>
<li><div>Lead risk identification and scenario planning across reputational, regulatory and geopolitical issues</div>
</li>
<li><div>Draft holding statements, Q&amp;A documents, reactive messaging and executive briefings</div>
</li>
<li><div>Support high-profile press engagements during sensitive or complex periods</div>
</li>
<li><div>Partner with media relations and stakeholder teams to ensure aligned narrative management</div>
</li>
<li><div>Conduct post-incident reviews and strengthen long-term resilience frameworks</div>
</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
<p></p>
<ul><li><div>Significant experience in Issues &amp; Crisis communications at Associate Director or Director level within a leading agency or in-house corporate environment</div>
</li>
<li><div>Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership confidently in high-pressure, high-visibility situations</div>
</li>
<li><div>Strong understanding of regional and international geopolitical dynamics</div>
</li>
<li><div>Experience within energy, oil, gas or similarly regulated sectors preferred</div>
</li>
<li><div>Proven track record managing complex reputational risk across multiple markets</div>
</li>
<li><div>Exceptional drafting skills and strategic messaging capability</div>
</li>
<li><div>Experience operating within embedded/seconded structures or highly matrixed stakeholder environments</div>
</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>#LI-NE1</b>
</p><div><p><b>You belong at Burson:</b></p>
<p>
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
<p>
At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
<p>
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
<div>
 this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.</div></div></div>

Associate Director | Director Issues & Crisis Saudi Arabia

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p>
<p>
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world&rsquo;s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company &ndash; powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com
</p><div>For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div><p><b>
More about the role:</b></p>
<p>
We are looking for a senior, bilingual International Media Relations professional to join Burson as part of a dedicated seconded team embedded within the Corporate Communications function of a high-profile global organisation operating at the intersection of energy, policy and international affairs.</p>
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This role sits at the heart of complex, high-stakes communications across regional and international markets. You will lead strategic media engagement, shape narratives that resonate across Arabic and international press, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders navigating an evolving geopolitical and business landscape. Experience across energy, oil, gas or adjacent regulated sectors will be highly advantageous.</p>
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This is an opportunity for a commercially astute communications leader who thrives in sophisticated environments and understands the nuance of operating within regionally sensitive, globally visible mandates.</p>
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What you'll do:</b></p>
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<li><div>Lead international and regional media strategy development and execution across Arabic and global markets</div>
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<li><div>Serve as a senior counsel to client leadership on proactive and reactive media engagement</div>
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<li><div>Develop clear, compelling messaging frameworks, Q&amp;A documents and media responses</div>
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<li><div>Oversee press office operations including media planning, pitching and journalist engagement</div>
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<li><div>Build and maintain strong relationships with Tier 1 Arabic and international media</div>
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<li><div>Manage high-profile announcements, executive interviews and press conferences</div>
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<li><div>Provide crisis communications support including rapid response planning and issue mitigation</div>
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<li><div>Collaborate with Burson and client stakeholders to ensure narrative consistency across markets</div>
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</ul><p><b>Experience that contributes to success:</b></p>
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<li><div>Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written) with exceptional drafting capability in both languages</div>
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<li><div>Proven experience in international media relations at Associate Director or Director level within an agency or in-house corporate communications team</div>
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<li><div>Strong, established media network across GCC and wider regional press</div>
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<li><div>Deep understanding of the Middle East media landscape and its geopolitical sensitivities</div>
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<li><div>Experience supporting senior executives with media preparation and reputation management</div>
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<li><div>Background in energy, oil, gas, infrastructure or other complex regulated sectors preferred</div>
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<li><div>Demonstrated experience managing issues and crisis communications</div>
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<li><div>Ability to operate confidently within embedded/seconded environments and complex stakeholder structures</div>
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</ul><p>If you are a strategic, bilingual media leader ready to operate at the forefront of international communications, we would love to here from you.</p>
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You belong at Burson:</b></p>
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Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.</p>
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At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.</p>
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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</p>
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