Speechwriter

Overview

We are seeking an English language speechwriter to join Aramco’s Executive Writers Group (EWG) in our Executive Communications Division (ECD). ECD is part of the Executive Communications & Alignment Department (EC&AD), which in turn is part of Corporate Communications.

Your primary role initially, alongside others, will be writing speeches, video scripts, and other written deliverables for our Executive Vice Presidents, covering a wide variety of subjects. Once established, you would be expected to support the Chairman, the CEO, and our Upstream and Downstream Presidents as well.

• Research, craft, and edit high quality/high impact, personalized English language speeches and video scripts for executives to deliver at a variety of domestic, regional, and international events, that position these senior executives as business and/or industry thought leaders and advance the Company’s strategic vision.
• Draft mass employee emails, executive correspondence, speaker notes, new year messages, and forewords to significant external publications for executives as required.
• Align each product with corporate messaging, press releases, videos, social media, website, etc., yet do so in the voice of each executive.
• Help identify strategic speaking opportunities for senior executives to reach key audiences and expand our share of voice.
• Build trusted relationships with senior executives, their offices, proponents, and other key internal and external stakeholders.
• Immerse yourself in the company’s rich heritage and ambitious future strategy, while adapting your skills to the unique, often ambiguous, Aramco environment.

• As the successful candidate, you will hold a Bachelor’s degree from a world-class academic institution, although an advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 3 years as a speechwriter, and at least 8 years overall in comms.
• You will currently be writing speeches at the highest levels – preferably in the energy industry.
• Ideally, you will also have speech writing/comms experience in government or NGOs.
• Knowledge and understanding of the energy industry is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of international relations; business; academia; technology; and experience with different cultures is preferred.
• You will be able to diplomatically engage, counsel, and influence senior executives.
• Being a native English speaker is essential.

Work Location:

Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer

Work Schedule:

Full Time – To be specified in Job offer