PR Account Manager – Cross Practice
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Burson is seeking a driven and experienced Account Manager to work across practices including Corporate, Health & Wellness, and Energy & Industrials teams in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is central to delivering value for clients by developing and executing impactful communications strategies, providing expert counsel, and driving media engagement.
Requirements
• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for a portfolio of clients across key sectors.
• Oversee and manage account activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and meet high-quality standards.
• Implement integrated corporate communications strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Lead the placement and development of thought leadership content, including op-eds and articles.
• Lead media relations activities, including building media lists, proactive pitching, and journalist engagement.
Senior Issues & Crisis Communications Leader
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This role is part of a dedicated seconded team embedded within the Corporate Communications function of a globally significant organization operating in energy, policy, and international markets. The role requires providing real-time counsel to leadership, shaping crisis frameworks, mitigating reputational risk, and strengthening organizational resilience.
Requirements
• Senior-level advisory experience in high-stakes situations.
• Ability to provide calm, decisive counsel in complex and fast-moving environments.
• Experience in energy, oil, gas, infrastructure, or other highly regulated sectors is advantageous.
• Strategic thinker with awareness of geopolitical nuances and stakeholder sensitivities.
Senior Bilingual International Media Relations Professional
This senior role is part of a dedicated seconded team embedded within the Corporate Communications function of a high-profile global organization operating at the intersection of energy, policy, and international affairs. The role focuses on leading strategic media engagement across Arabic and international press and advising senior stakeholders on complex communications challenges.
• Senior-level experience in media relations across regional and international markets.
• Bilingual communication skills, especially Arabic and English.
• Experience in energy, oil, gas, or adjacent regulated sectors is advantageous.
• Ability to navigate sensitive, globally visible communications mandates.