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Burson UAE is seeking enthusiastic and driven Grad Trainees to join our dynamic team in Dubai! This is an entry-level opportunity for bright minds ready to immerse themselves in the fast-paced world of integrated communications. If you're keen to learn, contribute, and grow within a supportive environment, and excited by the prospect of working across diverse sectors, we want to hear from you! Open to all nationalities.

As a Grad Trainee with Burson, you will gain hands-on experience across the full spectrum of integrated communications. This role is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to agency life, offering exposure to real client work and strategic campaigns. You'll have the unique opportunity to learn from industry experts and contribute to projects spanning sectors such as Consumer & Brand, Data & Intelligence, Corporate, Technology, Mobility & Transport, Health & Wellness, Government & Public Affairs, and Destination.

What you'll do:

• Assist senior team members with daily account management tasks and client support.
• Conduct thorough research on industry trends, media landscapes, and client competitors.
• Draft initial versions of press releases, social media content, and internal communications.
• Monitor media coverage and social conversations, compiling reports for client updates.
• Support in building and maintaining media lists, journalist contacts, and influencer databases.
• Help coordinate project logistics, including scheduling meetings and managing administrative tasks.
• Actively participate in team meetings and creative brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh perspectives.
• Learn to utilize Burson's data and intelligence tools, assisting with basic data collection and analysis.

Experience that contributes to success:

• Recent graduate with an interest in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or Data Analytics.
• Demonstrated passion for the communications industry through academic projects, volunteer work, or internships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Strong research abilities and a keen eye for detail.
• Proactive attitude, eager to learn, and a willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of social media platforms and their role in communication.

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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.

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.

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.

What you'll do:

• Lead international and regional media strategy development and execution across Arabic and global markets

• Serve as a senior counsel to client leadership on proactive and reactive media engagement

• Develop clear, compelling messaging frameworks, Q&A documents and media responses

• Oversee press office operations including media planning, pitching and journalist engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Tier 1 Arabic and international media

• Manage high-profile announcements, executive interviews and press conferences

• Provide crisis communications support including rapid response planning and issue mitigation

• Collaborate with Burson and client stakeholders to ensure narrative consistency across markets

Experience that contributes to success:

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written) with exceptional drafting capability in both languages

• Proven experience in international media relations at Associate Director or Director level within an agency or in-house corporate communications team

• Strong, established media network across GCC and wider regional press

• Deep understanding of the Middle East media landscape and its geopolitical sensitivities

• Experience supporting senior executives with media preparation and reputation management

• Background in energy, oil, gas, infrastructure or other complex regulated sectors preferred

• Demonstrated experience managing issues and crisis communications

• Ability to operate confidently within embedded/seconded environments and complex stakeholder structures

If you are a strategic, bilingual media leader ready to operate at the forefront of international communications, we would love to here from you.

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Account Manager – Energy & Industrials – Burson

Location: Dubai or Abu Dhabi, UAE

Who we are:
Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialised 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. Burson operates under WPP (NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.com.   

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We are seeking a driven and experienced Account Manager to join our dynamic Energy & Industrials team. In this pivotal role, you will be the day-to-day champion for our clients across the energy, industrials, and sustainability sectors. You'll be instrumental in developing and executing impactful communications strategies, providing expert counsel, and driving media engagement to achieve tangible business outcomes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of clients across the Energy, Industrials, and Sustainability sectors.
• Oversee and manage account activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards.

• Contribute to and implement integrated corporate communications strategies, ensuring clear business messaging and alignment with client objectives.

• Lead the placement and written development of high-impact thought leadership content, including op-eds and articles.
• Lead a comprehensive media relations activity, encompassing building media lists, proactive pitching, and journalist engagement.

• Actively mentor and guide junior team members, fostering their professional development and ensuring excellence in deliverables.

• Navigate and thrive in a client-servicing environment, efficiently managing multiple priorities and complex campaigns simultaneously.
• Build your knowledge and expertise in client-related sectors, proactively learning about latest developments, opportunities, and challenges that your clients may face

Experience that contributes to success

• Proven track record in communications, preferably supporting clients within renewable energy, sustainability, industrials, or technology sectors.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in communications and media relations, ideally from an agency background.
• Prior experience at an experienced Senior Account Executive (SAE) or Account Manager (AM) level is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated strong capabilities as a corporate communications and media relations operator, with a keen understanding of the evolving media landscape.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects, diverse client needs, and high-volume workloads effectively.
• A natural ability to build strong client relationships and provide confident, informed counsel.
• Proficiency in developing and executing B2B and Corporate communication strategies that drive measurable results.
• Bi-lingual (Arabic) preferred

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Burson UAE is seeking a dynamic Senior Account Executive to join our teams across Dubai and Abu Dhabi! This is a prime opportunity to shape and execute high-impact strategies for a diverse portfolio of clients. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional results across PR, Social, Influencer, and Creative & Campaigns, and ready to make a contribution to sectors like Corporate, Technology, Mobility & Transport, Health & Wellness, and Government & Public Affairs, we want to hear from you! Open to all nationalities.

What you'll do:

• Manage and nurture strong client relationships: providing regular updates, presenting performance reports, and gathering feedback effectively.
• Drive proactive media relations efforts: build strong journalist relationships, and secure high-impact coverage across relevant sectors.
• Develop insightful reports: Analyze campaign performance, media coverage, and social data to create comprehensive reports with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Contribute to strategic planning: development and implementation of comprehensive communication strategies and integrated campaigns.
• Mentor and guide junior team members: Guide and support junior team members, sharing knowledge and fostering their development.
• Identify trends & opportunities: Monitor industry news, client sectors, and media landscapes to flag relevant trends and potential story angles for clients.
• Contribute to strategic planning: Support the development of integrated communication strategies, ensuring media and reporting objectives are central to client plans.
• Oversee daily account operations: Ensure smooth execution of PR activities, manage timelines, and maintain high standards for all deliverables and administrative tasks.

Experience that contributes to success:

• Previous experience in a PR agency or in-house communications role.
• Proven track record of successfully supporting client accounts and contributing to campaigns.
• Experience guiding or supporting junior staff members.
• Strong understanding of media relations, digital analytics, and integrated communications.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills in English; Arabic is highly advantageous.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.

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As a Senior Account Executive, you will be a key contributor to our client teams, playing a vital role in executing strategic communication plans for our financial sector clients. You will be instrumental in managing media relationships, developing impactful thought leadership content, and supporting comprehensive corporate communications campaigns, specifically targeting B2B and B2G audiences. 

This position offers the opportunity to deepen your expertise in the financial landscape, actively engaging with journalists and key stakeholders, and helping to position our clients as industry leaders. You'll gain hands-on experience in proactive media outreach, crafting compelling narratives, and contributing significantly to the strategic development of client messages. You will also begin to mentor more junior team members, championing Burson's values and contributing directly to the success of your accounts and the wider practice. 

What you'll do:

• Proactively manage media relations, pitching stories and developing strong relationships with financial and business journalists.
• Lead the drafting of press releases, media alerts, Q&As, and corporate messaging for B2B and B2G clients. 
• Drive thought leadership initiatives, including researching topics, drafting outlines, and contributing to the development of op-eds, articles, and whitepapers.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and provide insightful reports to clients, including recommendations. 
• Coordinate and execute logistics for high-profile press conferences, media briefings, and client events. 
• Conduct in-depth research on financial markets, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes to inform client strategies. 
• Support the development of client presentations and communication plans with well-researched insights and clear narratives.
• Begin to mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring high-quality execution of daily tasks and project components. 

Experience that contributes to success:

• 2-3 years of progressive experience in public relations or corporate communications
• Proven track record in media relations, including successful media pitching and building journalist relationships.
• Strong experience in developing and executing thought leadership content (e.g., op-eds, articles).
• Solid understanding of B2B and B2G communications within the corporate and financial sectors. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to craft clear and persuasive content. 
• A keen interest in financial markets, economic trends, and geopolitical developments. 
• Proactive and organized approach to managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency with media monitoring tools, research databases, and presentation software. 

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