ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to be one of the first on the ground for the Maneuver Dominance team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Omen is Anduril’s hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings, providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems.

ABOUT THE JOB

As the UAE Sr. Program Manager you will play a critical role in balancing innovation and practical execution across the Omen program. In this position, you will be deeply intertwined in a highly complex global program, driving strategic decision making, evaluating program milestones, and managing appropriate resourcing in country. You will be required to learn technical concepts and employ them quickly. You will be expected to use your technical knowledge in conjunction with your program management skills to lead cross-functional efforts and drive major program impact.

Deploying our Maneuver Dominance capabilities requires thorough understanding of mission requirements, thoughtful orchestration between Anduril teams and external stakeholders, and meticulous planning in the face of ambiguity. You thrive in the unknown and create order out of the chaos. You will be supporting and collaborating with the Omen lead Program Manager based in Costa Mesa, HQ across Air Vehicle, Mission Systems, Support Systems, and Production Systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, external clients, and industry partners to gather insights, align objectives, and secure buy-in for strategic initiatives. Act as the local liaison for UAE relationships, including subsystem suppliers, in-country test organizations, establishment of facilities, and coordination of customer engagements. Communicate internally the outputs of these efforts including cost forecasts, schedule, resource requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Enable Cross Team Collaboration: Manage, unblock, and accelerate cross-team projects spanning multiple teams and initiatives. Collaborate closely with leads to ensure vision alignment and seamless execution through development and into production, including test operations.
• Technical Ownership: Drive technical outcomes through meticulous understanding of system performance, managing risks and opportunities with the Engineering leads, using metrics to derive insights into areas for improvement, quantifying the improvements made through investment in those areas, and maintaining a clear understanding of the state of the system that can be communicated to the customer.
• Execute Autonomously: Autonomously execute on broad and/or ambiguous requirements from external clients. Demonstrate high ownership on all pieces of work. Become a trusted partner to Anduril’s engineers.
• Shape Growth Opportunities: Support the drafting of technical proposals, ensuring that potential projects and scaling opportunities are accurately scoped, estimated, and aligned with the organization's capabilities and strategic goals.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Translate strategic business goals into actionable project plans, setting clear milestones, and driving initiatives from conception through to successful completion, ensuring they deliver intended outcomes and add value to the business. Oversee the UAE allocation of personnel, budget, and other resources to ensure successful execution of these initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ year of experience in a customer-facing program management role and/or systems engineering experience, preferably in the defense, national security, or aerospace domains
• Proven experience leading a technical team of peers to field hardware or software products to real operating environments through the product development lifecycle including test
• Proven experience leading a product and manufacturing team of peers through initial low rate production
• Solid technical aptitude and demonstrated individual contributions to technical designs, software development lifecycle, challenges and risks; ability to work closely and effectively with engineering teams
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders, across a wide range of technical comfort and at all levels
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical, analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive decisions
• Must have the ability to work through ambiguity, roll up your sleeves attitude, and drive forward progress
• Experience working with international suppliers and customers
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, computer science, or related field preferred
• Experience defining new facilities or manufacturing spaces
• Experience with tools like JIRA and Confluence

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to be one of the first on the ground for the Maneuver Dominance team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Omen is Anduril’s hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings, providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems.

ABOUT THE JOB

As the UAE Sr. Program Manager you will play a critical role in balancing innovation and practical execution across the Omen program. In this position, you will be deeply intertwined in a highly complex global program, driving strategic decision making, evaluating program milestones, and managing appropriate resourcing in country. You will be required to learn technical concepts and employ them quickly. You will be expected to use your technical knowledge in conjunction with your program management skills to lead cross-functional efforts and drive major program impact.

Deploying our Maneuver Dominance capabilities requires thorough understanding of mission requirements, thoughtful orchestration between Anduril teams and external stakeholders, and meticulous planning in the face of ambiguity. You thrive in the unknown and create order out of the chaos. You will be supporting and collaborating with the Omen lead Program Manager based in Costa Mesa, HQ across Air Vehicle, Mission Systems, Support Systems, and Production Systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, external clients, and industry partners to gather insights, align objectives, and secure buy-in for strategic initiatives. Act as the local liaison for UAE relationships, including subsystem suppliers, in-country test organizations, establishment of facilities, and coordination of customer engagements. Communicate internally the outputs of these efforts including cost forecasts, schedule, resource requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Enable Cross Team Collaboration: Manage, unblock, and accelerate cross-team projects spanning multiple teams and initiatives. Collaborate closely with leads to ensure vision alignment and seamless execution through development and into production, including test operations.
• Technical Ownership: Drive technical outcomes through meticulous understanding of system performance, managing risks and opportunities with the Engineering leads, using metrics to derive insights into areas for improvement, quantifying the improvements made through investment in those areas, and maintaining a clear understanding of the state of the system that can be communicated to the customer.
• Execute Autonomously: Autonomously execute on broad and/or ambiguous requirements from external clients. Demonstrate high ownership on all pieces of work. Become a trusted partner to Anduril’s engineers.
• Shape Growth Opportunities: Support the drafting of technical proposals, ensuring that potential projects and scaling opportunities are accurately scoped, estimated, and aligned with the organization's capabilities and strategic goals.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Translate strategic business goals into actionable project plans, setting clear milestones, and driving initiatives from conception through to successful completion, ensuring they deliver intended outcomes and add value to the business. Oversee the UAE allocation of personnel, budget, and other resources to ensure successful execution of these initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ year of experience in a customer-facing program management role and/or systems engineering experience, preferably in the defense, national security, or aerospace domains
• Proven experience leading a technical team of peers to field hardware or software products to real operating environments through the product development lifecycle including test
• Proven experience leading a product and manufacturing team of peers through initial low rate production
• Solid technical aptitude and demonstrated individual contributions to technical designs, software development lifecycle, challenges and risks; ability to work closely and effectively with engineering teams
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders, across a wide range of technical comfort and at all levels
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical, analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive decisions
• Must have the ability to work through ambiguity, roll up your sleeves attitude, and drive forward progress
• Experience working with international suppliers and customers
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, computer science, or related field preferred
• Experience defining new facilities or manufacturing spaces
• Experience with tools like JIRA and Confluence

Company Overview

Since 1992, Big Ticket LLC has been offering huge cash prizes and dream cars, creating unforgettable experiences for our customers. Our monthly guaranteed draws give participants the chance to win massive cash prizes, luxury cars, and more, with millions of dirhams awarded to lucky winners every month.

At Big Ticket, we’re more than just a raffle; we create moments of hope, joy, and excitement for people around the world. With a mission to turn dreams into reality through exciting games and entertainment and make every draw an event to remember.

Purpose and Objectives for the Role 

The Content & Draw production Specialist is responsible for managing both the on-air draw execution and the content production ecosystem surrounding Big Ticket’s live and digital draws broadcast, working closely with the Draw Production Manager.

This is a hybrid role that bridges production management and content creation, ensuring seamless delivery of live draws while also creating high-quality video content (VTs, promos, and digital assets).

The role oversees the full production cycle - from concept and planning to shoot, edit, and delivery, while coordinating freelancers, vendors, and internal teams across monthly and weekly live draws, as well as special projects, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance.

Overall Responsibilities 

• Support and oversee the execution of monthly and weekly live draws, rehearsals, and studio operations

• Work closely with the Draw Production Manager to ensure smooth planning and delivery of all draw-related activities

• Manage the end-to-end production cycle, including planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery, while overseeing vendors and freelancers

• Plan, shoot, and edit VTs, promo videos, and digital content as required

• Coordinate freelancers, production crew, and external vendors across live draws and content shoots

• Ensure all production timelines, deliverables, and workflows are managed efficiently

• Maintain production trackers, logs, and relevant documentation

• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Marketing, to ensure alignment on requirements. •Ensure all operations follow approved SOPs, compliance standards, and audit requirements

• Supervise rehearsals, technical testing, and overall show readiness

Skills Required 

• Strong experience in live broadcast, studio production, or event production environments
• Hands-on ability to shoot and edit video content (VTs, promos, digital assets)
• Solid understanding of audio, video, lighting, and live streaming systems
• Strong production management skills, including planning, scheduling, and execution
• Experience managing freelancers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to handle both creative and technical responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially under live show pressure
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and compliance
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously

More about the role:

This Account Manager role is pivotal for driving internal and external Sustainability communications. The successful candidate will be a skilled in developing content, utilizing strong interpersonal and organizational abilities to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders. This position involves comprehensive communication planning, strategic PR development, and meticulous project management to ensure successful campaign execution and strong client relationships.

What you'll do:

• Draft, review, and edit diverse communication materials, including press releases, newsletters, and social media content.
• Develop key messages and ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and strategic objectives.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and execution of multi-channel communication campaigns.
• Develop comprehensive PR strategies and plans, identifying target audiences and communication channels.
• Coordinate and manage multiple communication projects, campaigns, and events from inception to completion.
• Analyze data (e.g., survey results, campaign metrics) to derive actionable insights and inform decision-making.
• Serve as the main point of contact, building strong client relationships and providing strategic PR counsel.
• Proactively engage with and manage relationships across internal teams, external partners, agencies, and vendors

Experience that contributes to success:

• Proven experience in content creation, drafting, reviewing, and editing a wide range of communication materials.
• Demonstrated ability to develop key messages and ensure brand and strategic alignment.
• A track record of managing multiple communication projects and campaigns with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.
• Strong analytical skills, capable of interpreting data to inform strategic decisions.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to provide strategic PR counsel and effectively manage client needs and challenges.
• Experience fostering positive relationships with all stakeholders, facilitating approvals, and promoting collaboration.
• Professional and calm approach to managing conflicts and difficult client issues.

#LI-RE1 

More about the role:

This role offers the opportunity to develop under the guidance of some of the best in the industry and gain first-hand experience working on high-profile international brands. The Burson Consumer team offers exposure to globally recognised clients and campaigns centred upon performance and purpose, and the ability to work alongside a passionate, diverse, and empathetic supportive team.

We’re looking for a talented, creative, strategic, and passionate Senior Account Manager who can offer a skillset across B2B/corporate and consumer remits and campaigns. We are looking for someone with strong experience working with leading consumer brands, and a deep understanding of how corporate communications can work succinctly with consumer programmes. Having a passion for what drives consumer behaviour and shapes culture is essential for this role, as you will be working with several of the world’s most influential consumer brands.

What you'll do:

• Leading teams and client remits
• Leading a busy campaign project management and press offices, overseeing as well as sometimes handling both reactive and proactive media enquiries
• Strategic client advisory and planning
• Maintaining relationships and building media / influencer contacts to drive client coverage
• Reviewing and developing content
• Creative – confident generating ideas in response to client briefs
• Managing retainers and projects with ease, showing ability for account management from conception to completion, anticipating challenges and meeting deadlines

Experience that contributes to success:

• A passion for understanding consumers, culture, and what shapes demand
  • Strong experience working on consumer brands across corporate and consumer campaigns
  • Passionate about compelling content and working with media, influencers, and KOLs to deliver key content and messages  
• A confident client handler with the ability to share counsel
  • Ability to drive an account team, encouraging and supporting them on their journey
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans that align with client business objectives and market trends
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets, retainers, and identifying opportunities for account growth
  • Familiarity with PR measurement tools and a data-driven approach to demonstrating campaign performance and ROI

#LI-CY1

More about the role:

As an Account Director, you will be a central figure in our client relationships, confidently managing a portfolio of accounts and contributing significantly to the practice's strategic success. You will possess the gravitas to offer strategic communications counsel to C-suite executives and senior government stakeholders, and the ability to inspire and guide your project teams in the intricate world of government and public sector communications.

What you'll do:

• Lead strategic communications counsel for senior B2B and B2G clients on reputation management, public perception, and critical communications challenges.
• Develop, oversee, and execute comprehensive public relations strategies, impactful public awareness campaigns, and integrated stakeholder communication plans.
• Drive thought leadership initiatives that strategically position clients, shape public discourse, and enhance their reputation within the UAE and wider region.
• Manage complex media relations for sensitive public issues and proactive campaigns, engaging with key journalists, influencers, and commentators across diverse media platforms.
• Lead crisis and issues management pertaining to public scrutiny, media challenges, or reputational threats for clients.
• Drive new business growth within the Government & Public Sector Communications domain, from identifying opportunities to leading pitches and conversion.
• Mentor and develop senior and junior team members, fostering a culture of strategic communications excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Experience that contributes to success:

• Proven experience as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager, with significant expertise in strategic communications, and media relations, particularly with government or public sector clients.
• Demonstrable track record in providing strategic communications counsel to senior B2B/B2G clients on complex public perception and reputational matters.
• Expertise in designing and executing effective strategic communications campaigns, public awareness initiatives, and integrated stakeholder communication plans.
• Strong media relations skills across broadcast, print, digital, and social channels, specifically within the governmental, corporate, and general news landscapes, including crisis communication.
• Deep understanding of the UAE and regional public discourse, media landscape, and cultural nuances crucial for effective government communications.
• Proven leadership in mentoring and developing high-performing teams, fostering strategic communications thinking and professional growth.
• Strong commercial acumen, including P&L oversight, new business development, and strategic budgeting for complex accounts.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, issues management, and analytical skills to navigate and influence complex public opinion and media environments

#LI-RE1

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.   

More about the role

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

#LI-RE1  

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.   

More about the role

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

#LI-RE1 

More about the role:

This role offers the opportunity to develop under the guidance of some of the best in the industry and gain first-hand experience working on high-profile international brands. The Burson Consumer team offers exposure to globally recognised clients and campaigns centred upon performance and purpose, and the ability to work alongside a passionate, diverse, and empathetic supportive team.

We’re looking for a talented, creative, strategic, and passionate Account Manager who can offer a skillset across B2B/corporate and consumer campaigns. You will have clear experience working with leading consumer brands, and an understanding of how corporate communications can work succinctly with consumer programmes. Having a passion for what drives consumer behaviour and shapes culture is essential for this role, as you will be working with several of the world’s most influential consumer brands.

What you'll do:

• Managing a busy press office, handling both reactive and proactive media enquiries
• Maintaining relationships and building media / influencer contacts to drive client coverage
• Campaign and events management
• Editing and approving copy for articles, press releases, and event materials
• Proactively developing and managing client correspondence and campaign programmes
• Maintaining and managing accounts, ensuring the details of administration and execution are delivered with aplomb
• Creative – confident generating ideas in response to client briefs
• Managing retainers and projects with ease, showing ability for account management from conception to completion, anticipating challenges and meeting deadlines

Experience that contributes to success:

• A passion for understanding consumers, culture, and what shapes demand
• Proven experience working on consumer brands across corporate and consumer campaigns
• Passionate about media relations and what it can achieve for clients, as well as proactive and creative in pitching
• A confident client handler with the ability to share counsel
• Ability to drive a junior account team, encouraging and supporting them on their journey
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans that align with client business objectives and market trends
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets, retainers, and identifying opportunities for account growth
• Familiarity with PR measurement tools and a data-driven approach to demonstrating campaign performance and ROI

#LI-CY1 

More about the role:

This role offers the opportunity to develop under the guidance of some of the best in the industry and gain first-hand experience working on high-profile international brands. The Burson Consumer team offers exposure to globally recognised clients and campaigns centred upon performance and purpose, and the ability to work alongside a passionate, diverse, and empathetic supportive team.

We’re looking for a talented, creative, strategic, and passionate Senior Account Manager who can offer a skillset across B2B/corporate and consumer remits and campaigns. We are looking for someone with strong experience working with leading consumer brands, and a deep understanding of how corporate communications can work succinctly with consumer programmes. Having a passion for what drives consumer behaviour and shapes culture is essential for this role, as you will be working with several of the world’s most influential consumer brands.

What you'll do:

• Leading teams and client remits
• Leading a busy campaign project management and press offices, overseeing as well as sometimes handling both reactive and proactive media enquiries
• Strategic client advisory and planning
• Maintaining relationships and building media / influencer contacts to drive client coverage
• Reviewing and developing content
• Creative – confident generating ideas in response to client briefs
• Managing retainers and projects with ease, showing ability for account management from conception to completion, anticipating challenges and meeting deadlines

Experience that contributes to success:

• A passion for understanding consumers, culture, and what shapes demand
• Strong experience working on consumer brands across corporate and consumer campaigns
• Passionate about compelling content and working with media, influencers, and KOLs to deliver key content and messages  
• A confident client handler with the ability to share counsel
• Ability to drive an account team, encouraging and supporting them on their journey
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans that align with client business objectives and market trends
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets, retainers, and identifying opportunities for account growth
• Familiarity with PR measurement tools and a data-driven approach to demonstrating campaign performance and ROI

#LI-CY1

Senior 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.   

More about the role

We are looking for a skilled Senior Account Manager to join our leading Energy & Industrials Communications team. In this role, you will lead a team to oversee key client relationships, provide solid counsel and drive well-crafted communications plans across the energy, industrials, and sustainability sectors. You will be instrumental in delivering communication strategies and campaigns, shaping narratives, and contributing to client’s business goals through communications within a talented and passionate team.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of high-profile clients within the Energy, Industrials, and Sustainability sectors to ensure the highest standards of project delivery, timeline management, and budget management.
• Contribute to and implement integrated corporate communications strategies, ensuring clear business messaging and alignment with client objectives.
• Work with senior colleagues to provide solid counsel to clients on reputation management, complex crisis communications, and C-suite thought leadership.
• Spearhead the written development and placement of high-impact thought leadership content, including executive op-eds, articles, and research reports.
• Oversee and manage comprehensive media relations activity, including pitching, executive profiling, and handling media interactions.
• Serve as a key leader within the team, actively mentoring, developing, and overseeing the work of junior account team members.
• Contribute to new business development efforts, leveraging sector expertise to contribute to strategic and creative proposals for new clients.
• 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 experience (5+ years) in communications and media relations, with exposure to the energy, industrials, renewables, sustainability, or technology sectors.
• Demonstrates experience operating at an experienced Account Manager or Senior Account Manager level or equivalent, preferably within a fast-paced agency environment.
• Proven expertise in developing and executing complex Corporate and B2B communications programs with tangible, impactful results.
• A strong track record in client and issues management, providing calm and effective counsel to senior clients.
• Exceptional media relations capabilities, including a deep network of contacts and an effective approach to media engagement and thought leadership.
• Outstanding leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire, guide, and develop a high-performing team.
• Superior organizational abilities, adept at managing multiple complex client projects and delivering under pressure in a high-volume setting.
• Bi-lingual (Arabic) is a significant plus

 #LI-RE1 

Senior 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.   

More about the role

We are looking for a skilled Senior Account Manager to join our leading Energy & Industrials Communications team. In this role, you will lead a team to oversee key client relationships, provide solid counsel and drive well-crafted communications plans across the energy, industrials, and sustainability sectors. You will be instrumental in delivering communication strategies and campaigns, shaping narratives, and contributing to client’s business goals through communications within a talented and passionate team.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of high-profile clients within the Energy, Industrials, and Sustainability sectors to ensure the highest standards of project delivery, timeline management, and budget management.
• Contribute to and implement integrated corporate communications strategies, ensuring clear business messaging and alignment with client objectives.
• Work with senior colleagues to provide solid counsel to clients on reputation management, complex crisis communications, and C-suite thought leadership.
• Spearhead the written development and placement of high-impact thought leadership content, including executive op-eds, articles, and research reports.
• Oversee and manage comprehensive media relations activity, including pitching, executive profiling, and handling media interactions.
• Serve as a key leader within the team, actively mentoring, developing, and overseeing the work of junior account team members.
• Contribute to new business development efforts, leveraging sector expertise to contribute to strategic and creative proposals for new clients.
• 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 experience (5+ years) in communications and media relations, with exposure to the energy, industrials, renewables, sustainability, or technology sectors.
• Demonstrates experience operating at an experienced Account Manager or Senior Account Manager level or equivalent, preferably within a fast-paced agency environment.
• Proven expertise in developing and executing complex Corporate and B2B communications programs with tangible, impactful results.
• A strong track record in client and issues management, providing calm and effective counsel to senior clients.
• Exceptional media relations capabilities, including a deep network of contacts and an effective approach to media engagement and thought leadership.
• Outstanding leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire, guide, and develop a high-performing team.
• Superior organizational abilities, adept at managing multiple complex client projects and delivering under pressure in a high-volume setting.
• Bi-lingual (Arabic) is a significant plus

#LI-RE1 

More about the role:

Burson’s MENA operations stand as one of the largest and most respected communications agencies in the region, delivering impactful strategies rooted in craft, curiosity, counsel, and camaraderie. Burson MENA is a trusted partner for clients navigating complex communications and public affairs landscapes, shaping reputations, and driving business outcomes across diverse sectors.

Burson MENA has offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia and also part of the region is Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain and Egypt. Our team combines strategic expertise with AI-driven insights to craft compelling narratives that influence key decision-makers. Backed by a strong international and global network, we provide innovative, data-driven solutions that connect with audiences and create lasting impact. At Burson, our inclusive and high-performance culture fuels innovation, empowering individuals to excel and collaborate in a dynamic environment where growth thrives.

As an Account Manager or Senior Account Manager, you will be seconded directly into one of our largest and most prestigious government clients in Abu Dhabi, serving as a dedicated strategic communications and public relations expert. You will play a crucial role in managing key communication projects and initiatives from within the client’s environment, working closely with their internal teams and relevant Burson stakeholders. You will also provide essential guidance and support, potentially mentoring junior team members within the client’s structure. Your remit will include developing and executing effective communication strategies designed to enhance the public understanding, manage reputation, and articulate the vision and policies of our government client. Your strong blend of exceptional communication, project management, content & copywriting skills, cross-functional collaboration, and analytical abilities will be pivotal in delivering impactful campaigns.

What you'll do:

• Serve as the main point of contact for strategic communications and public relations initiatives within the seconded client environment, building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, and providing strategic counsel on reputation, media engagement, and public perception challenges.
• Develop and execute comprehensive, integrated communications and PR strategies and campaigns aligned with the government client's goals, focusing on reputation management, public awareness, and effective messaging.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, key opinion leaders, and relevant public stakeholders, proactively pitching stories and securing positive coverage for the client's initiatives and achievements.
• Contribute to crisis communication planning and provide support during sensitive situations, managing media inquiries and public scrutiny to protect and enhance the client's reputation.
• Lead the development of high-quality, compelling content across various platforms (e.g., press releases, statements, speeches, digital content, reports, Q&As) ensuring accuracy, tone, and strategic impact in both Arabic and English.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire junior team members within the client's team or joint project teams, providing guidance, feedback, and fostering their professional development.

Experience that contributes to success:

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or Senior Account Manager, with significant experience working either within or seconded to a government entity, or in public relations/strategic communications consulting focused on government clients.
• Demonstrable track record in managing client relationships and acting as a trusted strategic advisor within a client's internal environment on communication and reputation issues related to public policy and government initiatives.
• Extensive media relations expertise, specifically with government, national, and international media, including proactive pitching and advocacy-focused coverage in the UAE and wider GCC region.
• Proven ability to manage complex communications and PR projects, from planning to execution and evaluation, within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional content creation and copywriting skills, with a portfolio demonstrating proficiency in drafting diverse communications materials (e.g., speeches, reports, policy summaries, press releases) for government audiences.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English (spoken and written) is essential, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances and effective communication in both languages.
• Proven leadership skills, including mentoring, performance management, and career planning for junior team members and/or project teams.
• Exceptional communication, project management, and analytical skills, capable of delivering impactful campaigns within a complex political and public environment.

#LI-RE1