Public Relations Account Manager

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized 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. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation. Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. We are looking for experienced bi-lingual Account Managers to join our award-winning teams based in Abu Dhabi and 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

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized 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. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation. Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company.