associate creative director

Spiro

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 Job Advert
 
 
 
 
 Associate Creative Director
 
 
 
 Spiro are currently recruiting for an
 
 Associate Creative Director
 
 to join our team in
 
 Riyadh
 
 . You will build relationships with new and existing clients and work closely with the design teams in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE.
 
 
 
 Who We Are
 
 
 
 Spiro is a global, full service face-to-face live events marketing partner. We create some of the most incredible events in the world &ndash; think exhibitions, events, sales conferences, and exhibitions of all sizes. From initial strategy to show-stopping audio visual, to insightful measurement &ndash; and every detail in between &ndash; we bring brands to life! Our mission is to create memorable event experiences, and we count on you, our talented employees around the world help us do it. We foster an innovative, fast-paced and creative environment for those who like to think, create and work. Our incredible team includes designers, account management, marketing specialists, business pros and artisans &ndash; just to name a few. Spiro employees are great at collaborating and communicating.
 
 
 
 Overview Of The Role
 
 
 
 The
 
 Associate Creative Director
 
 is responsible for
 
 
 The ideal candidate:
 
 
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 Arabic speaker with strong communication skills
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 12+ years of experience in and Exhibition, Event &amp; Experiential design agency
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 Minimum of 5 years leading writers and other creatives
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 Expert knowledge of the principles and methods for showing, promoting and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, F2F, PR (press) and digital (social) to build communities for brands beyond the experience.
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 Possess strong conceptual skills and a high-level sense of design, layout and typography; a broad thinker who can offer a variety of design solutions
 
 
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 What You&rsquo;ll Need
 
 
 
 You will need to have experience working within a similar role/at a similar level including experience of managing teams, understanding human behaviour and performance. You'll be able to sew toget6her the creative team input; 3D, 2D thematics, Content Curation, Martech, Mixed Media, Digital and Strategy.
 
 
 
 Development And Benefits
 
 
 
 At Spiro we look to equip you with the tools required for you to progress in your career with us. With plenty of internal opportunities to move within the business and the backing of line managers progression is key to the business growing. This is a full-time role offering a competitive salary, and bonuses, dependent on experience.
 
 
 
 Salary
 
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Associate Creative Director

MCH Global

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 MCH Global &ndash; Award-Winning Experiential Marketing Agency
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MCH Global is an award-winning experiential marketing agency delivering impactful live communications and immersive brand experiences across the GCC and international markets. We are seeking an Associate Creative Director based in Riyadh to support the creative leadership of the agency, drive concept excellence, and elevate creative output across pitches and live projects in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting into the Creative Director, this role bridges strategic creative thinking and hands-on execution. The Associate Creative Director plays a key role in shaping ideas, leading teams, and delivering culturally relevant, innovative experiential work aligned with client objectives and regional market expectations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Creative Leadership &amp; Concept Development
 
 
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 Support the Creative Director in shaping and delivering the agency&rsquo;s creative vision across projects and pitches.
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 Lead high-level concept development with a strong focus on experiential-first, culturally relevant ideas.
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 Push creative boundaries while ensuring concepts remain executable, scalable, and commercially viable.
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 Translate strategic insights into compelling creative narratives and experiences.
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 Team Leadership &amp; Collaboration
 
 
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 Lead and mentor creative teams across disciplines, guiding concept development, design quality, and execution.
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 Foster a strong creative culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
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 Partner closely with strategy, account, and production teams to ensure creative alignment and feasibility.
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 Support the development of creative talent through feedback, coaching, and on-the-job leadership.
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 Client &amp; Pitch Engagement
 
 
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 Take ownership of key pitches and client presentations alongside senior leadership.
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 Present creative ideas confidently to clients and stakeholders, articulating the thinking behind concepts.
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 Act as a trusted creative partner to clients, ensuring work meets objectives and exceeds expectations.
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 Quality, Process &amp; Delivery
 
 
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 Ensure creative excellence, consistency, and quality across all outputs.
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 Balance ambition with timelines, budgets, and production realities.
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 Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high creative standards.
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 Adapt creative output based on feedback without compromising idea integrity.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Market Presence &amp; Thought Leadership
 
 
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 Stay closely connected to cultural, design, architectural, experiential, and pop-culture trends relevant to Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
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 Support agency representation at industry events, client engagements, and creative forums.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Success Factors
 
 
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 Strong creative leadership and concept stewardship capabilities.
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 Deep understanding of experiential design, storytelling, and live environments.
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 Ability to inspire teams while remaining hands-on and execution-focused.
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 Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback.
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 Calm, structured, and confident under pressure.
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 Strong attention to detail with the ability to simplify complexity for teams.
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 Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
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 Professional &amp; Technical Experience
 
 
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 8&ndash;10 years of relevant industry experience in experiential, creative, or integrated agencies.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Design, Creative Arts, or a related discipline (mandatory).
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 Proven track record delivering large-scale experiential projects and integrated campaigns.
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 Experience working across GCC markets; KSA market exposure is a strong advantage.
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 Strong interpersonal, organisational, and presentation skills.
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 Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
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 Ability to translate briefs into visual formats (design, content, or 3D); sketching skills are a plus.
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 Strong industry references within experiential or live communications environments.
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 Please apply with your CV and Portfolio.
 
 
 
 
 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
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Basharsoft

<div>Associate Creative Director (Saudi National)
Location: Saudi Arabia &ndash; Riyadh or Dammam<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Employment Type</h2>
Full-time<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the Role</h2>
We are looking for a highly creative and strategic Associate Creative Director (ACD) with proven experience in advertising and branding. The ideal candidate will lead the development of integrated creative concepts, oversee content strategy, and manage digital marketing campaigns for major corporate, enterprise, and government clients. This role is open to Saudi nationals only.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>
Lead creative strategy and concept development for campaigns and branding projects</li><li>
Manage the end-to-end execution of digital, social media, and 360-degree marketing campaigns</li><li>
Oversee content creation, copywriting, and messaging frameworks</li><li>
Provide creative direction to designers, writers, and production teams</li><li>
Present creative concepts and campaign strategies to clients and stakeholders</li><li>
Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and client objectives</li><li>
Collaborate closely with account management, media, and strategy teams</li><li>
Review and approve creative assets to ensure quality and consistency</li><li>
Stay updated on advertising, branding, and digital marketing trends</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications &amp; Experience</h2><ul><li>
Saudi national (mandatory)</li><li>
Minimum 3 years experience as an Associate Creative Director</li><li>
Proven background in advertising and branding</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership in managing creative teams</li><li>
Strong portfolio including work for:<ul><li>
Corporates</li><li>
Enterprises</li><li>
Government agencies (required)</li></ul></li><li>
Expertise in:<ul><li>
Content writing and content strategy</li><li>
Digital campaigns and social media marketing</li><li>
Brand development and positioning</li></ul></li><li>
Excellent presentation and client communication skills</li><li>
Fluency in Arabic and English preferred</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Preferred Skills</h2><ul><li>
Experience in advertising or branding agencies</li><li>
Experience working on government or large-scale corporate campaigns</li><li>
Strong strategic thinking and creative storytelling</li><li>
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines</li></ul></div>

Associate Creative Director | Saudi Arabia

People Group Arabia

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 Claims Commercial Manager &ndash; Associate Director
 
 
 
 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 Company: Global Consultancy
 
 
 Project: Major Sports-Led Mixed-Use Mega Project
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 A leading
 
 global consultancy
 
 is seeking an experienced
 
 Claims Commercial Manager (Associate Director level)
 
 to support a landmark
 
 sports and mixed-use mega development
 
 in Riyadh.
 
 
 The role will act as a
 
 senior commercial and claims advisor
 
 , providing independent, best-in-class guidance to the client across complex construction packages. This position requires strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to operate confidently in a
 
 client-facing, advisory-led environment
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Claims &amp; Dispute Advisory
 
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 Lead the
 
 preparation, review, and evaluation of high-value claims
 
 , including
 
 EOTs, variations, disruption, prolongation, and loss &amp; expense
 
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 Develop and advise on
 
 claims strategies
 
 aligned with client objectives and project governance
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 Prepare
 
 independent entitlement assessments
 
 , quantum analysis, and expert position papers
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 Support claims negotiations and dispute avoidance initiatives
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Contractual Advisory
 
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 Provide expert advice on
 
 contract interpretation and administration
 
 , typically under
 
 FIDIC and bespoke contract forms
 
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 Support the client with
 
 change management processes
 
 , early warnings, and commercial controls
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 Identify, assess, and report
 
 commercial and contractual risks
 
 at programme and package level
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 Review contractor submissions and provide robust, evidence-based recommendations
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Stakeholder &amp; Client Management
 
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 Act as a trusted
 
 senior advisor to the client
 
 , interfacing with legal teams, contractors, and other consultants
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 Support formal dispute resolution processes including
 
 amicable settlement, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration
 
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 Contribute to executive-level reporting, steering committees, and governance forums
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 Represent the consultancy with professionalism and authority on a high-profile project
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Leadership &amp; Consultancy Excellence
 
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 Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical oversight to junior commercial and claims professionals
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 Support business development activities where required, including proposals and client presentations
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 Promote best practice, consistency, and quality assurance across claims and commercial outputs
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Extensive experience in
 
 claims, commercial management, or dispute advisory
 
 within a
 
 consultancy or professional services environment
 
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 <li>
 Proven track record on
 
 large-scale construction, infrastructure, or mixed-use developments
 
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 Experience on
 
 sports, stadia, or mega projects
 
 is highly desirable
 </li>
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 Steel structures experience
 
 is a strong advantage but
 
 not essential
 
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 Middle East experience is beneficial but not mandatory
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Degree in
 
 Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Engineering, Construction Law
 
 , or similar
 </li>
 <li>
 
 RICS chartership (MRICS / FRICS) preferred
 
 , but
 
 not essential
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Additional qualifications in
 
 claims, dispute resolution, or construction law
 
 are advantageous
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Attributes
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Expert-level knowledge of
 
 claims preparation, assessment, and negotiation
 
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 <li>
 Strong understanding of
 
 FIDIC and complex bespoke contracts
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent client-facing, communication, and influencing skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercially astute with a strategic, advisory mindset
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable operating at
 
 Associate Director level
 
 within a global consultancy
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s on Offer
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Opportunity to represent a
 
 leading global consultancy
 
 on one of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s most high-profile mega projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to senior client stakeholders and complex, high-value claims
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive salary and benefits package
 </li>
 <li>
 Long-term career progression within an international consultancy platform
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Associate Director

Games Jobs Direct

Overview Do you have project management experience and are you seeking a new job in Riyadh? Our client is looking for a PMO Director, and the role comes with an attractive salary and benefits package.As a PMO Director, you will be accountable for the Operational Services layer that supports the studio by overseeing the management of transversal teams and Production services Co-development, Agile Practices and Production Methodologies and PMO. Responsibilities <ul><li>Contribute to the implementation of co-development mandates with collaborating studios, communicate the mandate to the teams, make any necessary adjustments and ensure compliance throughout the production process</li><li>Centralise information on current and future mandates</li><li>Assess needs for upcoming projects within the studios and provide visibility on future requirements and relevant service teams</li><li>Develop standards and guidelines to ensure a smooth technical collaboration between lead and associate studios.</li></ul>

PMO Director.

dentsu

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 Job Description:
 
 
 
 The Senior Art Director is responsible for leading the design team and delivering high-impact creative work with focus, commitment, and a growing mastery of all aspects of design and art. This role brings big ideas to life with excellence, ensuring creative output reflects the highest standards and positively influences client success.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Execute creative concepts in partnership with copywriters and under the guidance of the Creative Director.
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 Contribute innovative thinking and develop big ideas that elevate campaigns and client projects.
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 Present creative concepts and big ideas confidently to clients using a range of presentation techniques.
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 Translate concepts into strong visual designs that align with strategic objectives.
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 Take ownership of creative deliverables, setting the standard for quality and guiding the design team by example.
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 Ensure all creative work embodies the brand&rsquo;s tone, positioning, and identity.
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 Deliver insightful and impactful design executions that drive measurable results for clients.
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 Lead, motivate, and mentor the design team to foster growth and creativity.
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 Serve as a main point of contact for Account Management and Project Management within the creative team.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Skills
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field (or equivalent experience).
 </li>
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 7+ years of experience in design and art direction, preferably within an agency environment.
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 Strong portfolio showcasing big ideas, brand campaigns, and innovative design solutions.
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 Expertise in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.).
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 Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
 </li>
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 Ability to balance creative excellence with business objectives.
 </li>
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 Collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and inspiring creative talent.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Location:
 
 
 
 Riyadh
 
 
 
 Brand:
 
 
 
 Digital Republic
 
 
 
 Time Type:
 
 
 
 Full time
 
 
 
 Contract Type:
 
 
 
 Permanent
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Senior Art Director

Jigsaw MENA FZE

Overview Our client is looking to recruit an Associate Director - Development Communications (Delivery) to support the development of communications strategy that promote our clients' projects and credibly positions its City wide development. He / she will take ownership of developing and delivering communications plans for a set of districts and / or assets at City level. You will be responsible for managing narrative and messaging, creating engaging copy, both long and short form across multiple channels, and bringing the journey of developing and delivering our clients mega City project to life for key audiences. Responsibilities <ul><li>Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan for an assigned set of districts or assets, aligned with the company's business goals, growth objectives and overarching communications strategy.</li><li>Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with development, delivery and contractor teams across their assigned districts / assets to understand project progress, upcoming milestones and delivery methods to drive communication strategy. Identify communication opportunities and support the internal and external communication of key milestones / updates.</li><li>Internal Communications: Support preparation of, coordinate, review and manage internal communications including (but not limited to); newsletters, ad hoc communications, reports and other communications to program leadership and the broader project teams.</li><li>Storytelling and Engagement: Lead creative copywriting and content creation that informs and engages internal and external audiences through supporting media relations activities.</li><li>Brand Guardianship: Champion and reinforce our clients brand, ensuring that is consistently applied across all communications in line with branding and style guidelines.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key internal and external stakeholders including development, corporate marketing and district / asset owners to ensure objectives align. Responsible for stakeholder engagement within the project team, internal and external partners, suppliers and stakeholders.</li></ul> Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business Administration, or a relevant related field.</li><li>Minimum of 8+ years' experience in corporate communications, public relations or stakeholder engagement, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sectors.</li><li>Leadership: Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills. Proven track record in developing and implementing compelling communication strategies that engage diverse audiences.</li><li>Technical Skills: Proficiency in using a range of communication platforms, tools and methods to deliver impactful messaging and measuring its effectiveness.</li><li>Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Development / Delivery: Prior experience working in a similar role on a construction program or within a corporate, government department or agency department is preferred.</li></ul>

Associate Director - Development Communications (Construction Delivery)

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