PR Account Manager

Burson

We are looking for experienced Account Managers to join our Financial Advisory practice based in Dubai. You will have the opportunity to grow as a communications professional within a global network of subject matter experts and experience and learn a full spectrum of communications skills, working in a fully integrated manner.

Desired Responsibilities + Attributes

As an Account Manager at Burson, you are responsible for the overall development, maintenance, and growth of both the clients and the team. With a focus on strategic counsel, you will work with a team overall strategy and direction for key account/s.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Can Demonstrate

• Providing strategic, crisis communication counsel
• Expanding current client business
• Developing and implement strategic communications programs
• Possesses solid presentation skills, including ability to communicate and sell ideas to prospects and current clients
• Reviews and approves all new business proposals for the team before they are submitted.
• Assists Managing Director and Practice Leader in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
• Ensures that financial matters for the accounts are handled in a timely manner.
• Shows strong financial accountability by continuously finding ways to improve operating margins, while enhancing our high-performance culture.
• Tracks industry trends and activities and offers new ideas to clients.
• Is proactive with clients to address any issues of dissatisfaction.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in communication or media studies.
• 5+ years of agency experience or equivalent
• Specialized industry knowledge niche and has senior level industry and media contacts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Arabic and English
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment