Senior Account Executive - Consumer

Senior Account Executive - Consumer

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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  and follow us on Linked In and Instagram.

As a Senior Account Executive, you will work across some of the world’s most recognised and desirable brands, particularly within the travel, hospitality and fashion space. This is a fast‑paced, exciting role suited to someone with energy, curiosity and a genuine passion for media, influencers, project management and delivering standout events and initiatives. You will play a key role in bringing brand stories to life, while maintaining the highest standards of client service and execution.

• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building strong relationships and consistently demonstrating a commitment to high‑quality client service.
• Proactively identify client needs and develop strategic recommendations to achieve their communication goals and build their brand.
• Build and cultivate strong media and influencer contacts across the consumer, hospitality, luxury, travel, fashion and lifestyle space. Write media and influencer plans, pitch compelling stories, opportunities and experiences, and manage media and influencers at launches and events.
• Demonstrate strong project management skills, successfully juggling and executing multiple client events and initiatives simultaneously.
• Produce high‑quality written content across different media and communication channels, with a clear understanding of variations in style, tone and content, aligned to client values.
• Work collaboratively as part of a fun, driven, dynamic team, proactively seeking guidance and support from senior colleagues when needed.
• Stay informed and trained on AI, exploring how it can be used within your role while adhering to WPP guidelines and best practices.

• Creative flair with a passion for storytelling through media and influencers.
• Strong understanding of the media and influencer landscape, with experience in consumer, hospitality, travel, fashion, luxury and lifestyle sectors.
• A genuine passion for connecting with people and building relationships – with media, influencers and clients alike.
• Keen interest in trends & brands, what’s emerging, and how to leverage these opportunities for clients.
• Proven track record of supporting client accounts, strong project management, and contributing to overall client success.
• Ambitious, with a strong team spirit – ready to lead by example and be part of a successful, fun and energetic team.
• UAE experience (ideally Dubai) within the consumer, hospitality, luxury, fashion, travel and lifestyle space.
• Bilingual.

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. 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 our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programmes with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent.

We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn‑it‑alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners.

We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted 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

Industry: Public Relations and Communications Services

Dubai, United Arab Emirates