Director - Financial Communications

Director - Financial Communications Dubai 40-50,000 AED Per Month This organisation is one of the fastest growing reputation and policy management consultancies in the world. As a result of this continued growth, they are currently seeking a talented and entrepreneurial individual to join their Transactions and Financial practices as a Director. The successful candidate will be based in Dubai but will work for our clients across the Middle East. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of ten years' experience and have worked in an international consultancy or multinational corporation. You will be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced highly empowered environment. Requirements Experience advising on complex financial transactions and a proven track record advising clients in the financial and professional services sectors Excellent written and verbal communications skills Good interpersonal and presentation skills Experience managing a team and capable of driving new business pitches Capable of multi-tasking on multiple projects - managing priorities and meeting deadlines, while maintaining a high attention to detail Collegiate, team player Creative thinker Entrepreneurial with strong business acumen Bachelor's degree at a minimum (a plus if it is in related fields such as communications, English, journalism, politics, economics, or business) Excellent written and verbal communications skills Roles and Responsibilities You will be responsible for leading Transactions and Financial Services client work in the UAE, and across the Asia Pacific region when required. Your role will also include Ensuring a high level of client service and leading on client accounts. Maintaining a good understanding of clients' business objectives, and the issues in their sector. Building strong and trusted relationships with clients and key business stakeholders. Leading the development of communications and stakeholder engagement strategies. Leading on issues and crisis management. Leading new business pitches and marketing activities in partnership with other senior team members. Keeping up to date with the latest social media trends. This role would suit creative professionals with experience advising on financial transactions, together with proven financial services expertise. You will participate in shaping client strategies and contributing to the growth and management of the business, since they highly value fresh thinking and fresh ideas! This is a great opportunity for you to work with a multinational team of senior advisers combining local knowledge with a global perspective. We Are Aspire is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Show more Show less