Account Manager - Secondment

Account Manager - Secondment page is loaded Account Manager - Secondmentremote type: Hybridlocations: Abu Dhabi, UAEtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR102385Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. THE ROLE Your role involves managing day-to-day account work and providing support to senior team members. You will have a frequent interaction with the client providing counsel on tactical implementation. You may also be the primary lead on some accounts within the team and will have the opportunity to work on a number of high-profile brands. KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Proposal writing and review, content development and research. Account management, including leading clients and internal meetings. Account monitoring, reporting and analysis. Manage medium to large sized projects across account programmes, including the management of suppliers. Client counsel, both tactical implementation and general day-to-day contact Assist in developing and preparing new business proposals and presentations. REQUIREMENTS This is a 6-month contractual role. Ideally someone with an understanding of public relations and experience working with Tech clients. Previous client facing experience, including providing tactical counsel. Strong UAE media relations with English media outlets Strong project management skills Effective time management, and demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines, whilst managing multiple accounts Experience guiding junior employees. Ability to communicate effectively, including skills in negotiation and obtaining cooperation. Strong content development skills, and experience drafting press releases, media alerts, bylined articles, features etc. An opportunity to shape your future and work with some of the smartest and most energetic people in the PR industry, who will nurture, challenge, and enable you. We offer hybrid work environment where you can work from home 2x in a week. Big potential for personal growth, training, and further development of skillsWe are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.It started with one man's passion to make an impact through stories 70 years later, we are the world's largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected. We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other.We offer more than just a career - we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our culture is built on trust, innovation, and inclusivity, where unique perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Edelman, your ambitions are supported, your voice matters and your work contributes to shaping the future of communications and clients' business. Join our Talent CommunityJoin our talent community to receive the latest DJE Holdings news and content, and to be notified when job openings match your skills and experience.