Senior Account Executive Bilingual - Corporate

Senior Account Executive Bilingual - Corporate

Company:
Burson

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.

As a Senior Account Executive, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of accounts, demonstrating strong writing skills, proactivity, autonomy, and a commitment to exceptional client service. This role requires a confident communicator with strong media relations experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to think strategically while managing multiple projects simultaneously. Arabic language skills are highly advantageous.

• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, delivering high‑quality client service and day‑to‑day account management.
• Create and edit high‑quality content including press releases, media Q&As, briefing documents, reports, and presentations.
• Build and maintain strong media relationships, pitch stories, and identify relevant news hooks aligned with client KPIs.
• Support media monitoring, monthly and quarterly reporting, and provide analysis and insights on coverage performance.
• Prepare weekly status reports and provide basic‑level client counsel and strategic support.
• Collaborate with senior team members on account administration, budget awareness, and account profitability.
• Contribute to new business research, ideas, and development of pitch decks.
• Stay informed on AI tools and best practices, applying them responsibly in line with WPP guidelines.

• Proven experience in PR, corporate communications, or media relations, supporting client accounts and campaigns.
• Strong writing and editing skills in English across multiple formats;
  Arabic reading and conversation required, strong Arabic writing a bonus.
• Existing media contacts and demonstrated experience pitching to journalists.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in monitoring, reporting, and performance evaluation.
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, ambitious team player with the ability to work autonomously and lead by example.

We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in robust benefits and people programs, including professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation, and packages designed to reward and retain top talent.

We embrace a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Public Relations and Communications Services

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates