Account Director, Brand

Edelman is looking for an Account Director to join our Brand team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity to lead integrated campaigns for world-class brands across the region build trusted client relationships and shape culturally relevant purpose-driven work.
Were looking for someone who thrives on creative strategy business growth and mentorship and whos passionate about brand storytelling that drives impact across channels and audiences.What Youll Do

• Serve as a senior client lead driving day-to-day relationships and long-term strategic counsel.
• Lead development and execution of integrated communications strategies for regional and global brand clients.
• Translate client objectives into breakthrough campaigns that connect brand culture and purpose.
• Manage cross-functional teams and collaborate across practice areas (e.g. digital creative strategy).
• Oversee campaign performance resourcing budgets and timelines to deliver excellence.
• Contribute to new business development through proposals pitches and organic growth.
• Provide mentorship and career development support for junior team members.

What Were Looking for

• 7 years of experience in strategic communications brand marketing or public relations.
• Strong experience in agency or consultancy environments preferably with MENA market exposure.
• Proven leadership in managing integrated campaigns across earned owned and paid media.
• A confident communicator with excellent client handling and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of the media landscape in the UAE and broader Middle East.
• Ability to inspire teams think creatively and solve problems under pressure.
• Experience working with global brands and cross-market teams is a strong advantage.

Why Edelman

• At Edelman we believe brands have the power to shift culture and drive real change. We are a global award-winning communications firm that values curiosity empathy and creativity. Our Abu Dhabi office offers a collaborative inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives and bold ideas flourish.
• We are committed to diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background or experience.

Required Experience:

Director

Key Skills
Abinitio,Customer Service,Business Solutions,Cost Estimation,Drafting,Activex
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1