Job Description

Title

: Senior Communications Director

Reports to:

Vice Presidents

Location

:United Arab Emirates

ROLE OVERVIEW

This position is a

secondee role

, requiring the successful candidate to be embedded within the client's organisation and to work from the client's office in Abu Dhabi on selected days each week. The role will act as a strategic communications partner, while maintaining close alignment with the agency leadership and internal teams.

KEY ATTRIBUTES | QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in PR, marketing, management, or other related field Minimum 10-15 years of experience in PR GCC experience is essential Proven experience in corporate PR, preferably within complex, multi-stakeholder environments Must have held a Director-level role for a minimum of 2 years Fluency in Arabic is required, with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in both Arabic and English Strong agency background, with a solid understanding of communications strategy and agency operations Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Leadership experience with the ability to guide teams in strategy development and client relations Proven experience in managing government entities and direct cleint reportee to Head of Division Excellent media, influencer, and stakeholder relations across key industries Expertise in crisis communication and brand reputation management Strong strategic and analytical mindset, with a proactive approach to problem-solving Strong understanding of global market trends, particularly in luxury fashion and lifestyle sectors Exceptional leadership abilities to manage and mentor multiple team members across all levels Experience in developing processes and structures to improve team efficiency Ability to work closely with senior management, aligning communication strategies with company goals Flexible, versatile and copes well under pressure to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects Driven, ambitious, and enthusiastic about the world of PR and luxury Flexibility to travel for work as required

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Flexibility to travel for work as required Provide strategic leadership and overall ownership of assigned client, acting as the primary senior point of contact and trusted advisor, while ensuring long-term growth and excellence in communications delivery Lead, manage, and inspire the communications team across Director, Communications Manager, and Executive levels, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture Serve as the face of the team for clients, media, and key stakeholders, representing the client and The Qode with confidence, credibility, and authority Oversee the development and execution of integrated communications strategies, ensuring alignment with client objectives and business goals Drive innovation and operational efficiency by identifying opportunities to enhance team processes, workflows, and service delivery Lead crisis communications and reputation management, proactively identifying risks and guiding the team in developing effective response strategies Maintain regular communication with senior management, providing strategic updates on account performance, team capacity, risks, and opportunities Support the conceptualisation and execution of client events, campaigns, and key initiatives as required Ensure effective resource planning and allocation to support account delivery, team wellbeing, and project execution Act as a strategic bridge between senior management and delivery teams, ensuring alignment with company objectives and operational priorities Work closely with the Vice Presidents to implement strategic plans that drive business growth, client retention, and operational excellence
Job Type: Full-time