Junior Executive, Communications

Consulum are the leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We design and activate evidence-led programmes to deliver targeted outcomes for governments and businesses. Rooted in the MENA region and powered by a global network, we bring deep insight, cutting-edge tools, and creative firepower to every challenge.

We combine unrivalled experience with proprietary research capabilities to generate the clarity leaders need to cut through complexity, act with precision, and deliver meaningful impact. Our vision is to set the global benchmark for how strategy and communications is used to deliver real-world outcomes.

As part of a global network, we are linked to more than 13,000 colleagues across 40+ countries, each bringing expertise in communications, research, digital, advertising, transformation, and AI-powered tools. This connection gives us additional tools, insights, and capability to set the industry standard.

Consulum is seeking a senior consultant to support account leads and senior members of the team in providing dedicated strategic communications support to a variety of clients. Providing high-quality research and media monitoring, the successful candidate will be based in Riyadh office and should be willing to travel on a regular basis, particularly within the region.

• Produce research, briefing notes, and reports to support client advice
• Support the account lead and account manager in providing strategic communications
• Draft messaging, talking points, press releases, and digital content
• Analyse and present data to inform communications strategies
• Prepare materials for new business pitches and participate in account team and company wide discussions
• Attend client meetings, including regular travel as required
• Support daily digital activities and ensure timely delivery of client projects
• Contribute to and implement data-driven digital strategies, including narrative and content creation for social channels
• Identify and engage key stakeholders and influencers through targeted digital plans
• Gather baselining data, conduct stakeholder interviews, document as-is assessment, and support benchmarking research
• Manage L&D session logistics and support facilitation and communication around learning initiatives.

Skills

• Research and writing skills - the ability to produce consistently high-quality research and written content
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Analytical and organisational skills
• Excellent organisational skills and a flexible approach to work, with the ability to work independently, but also display solid team working skills
• Curiosity and openness to using AI tools to support research, writing, and workflow efficiency

Attributes

• Resilience and adaptability
• Curiosity and a problem-solving mindset
• Ambition balanced with humility

• 3+ years’ prior work experience in communications, including working in or consulting to public sector organisations, preferably in the Gulf.
• Fluent written and spoken Arabic

Our values drive our culture. We want every person at Consulum to make an impact, to grow and to be surrounded by people they respect and admire.

We solve the right problem, not just the brief.

Intelligent, constructive challenge — for clients and ourselves.

One team, shared development, collective wins.

• Work for a purpose-driven organisation seeking to improve the positive performance and impact of corporates and governments.
• Be part of a high-performance culture defined by the pursuit of excellence, collaboration and a focus on professional development.
• Contribute to the development of the business.
• Progress with a clear and achievable path to promotion.