Senior Manager External Communications - Majid Al Futtaim Holding - Dubai, UAE

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  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Senior Manager External Communications - Majid Al Futtaim Holding - Dubai, UAEPosition Overview
The Senior Manager External Communications role in Dubai leads press office and media engagement activities for Majid Al Futtaim Holding, shaping clear, consistent messaging that supports corporate strategy, protects reputation, and strengthens brand credibility across regional and international markets.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Public Relations and Communications
Function: Public Relations
Salary: 30000-42000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Summary
The Senior Manager External Communications is responsible for managing media relations and press office operations, advising senior stakeholders, and delivering compelling narratives aligned with Majid Al Futtaim's values, priorities, and long-term business objectives.Key Responsibilities
  • Position, promote, and protect the Majid Al Futtaim brand and reputation through proactive media engagement
  • Partner with the Corporate Communications team to design and deliver integrated engagement plans that support reputation goals
  • Build strong relationships across functions to ensure an aligned communications strategy that advances corporate ambitions
  • Provide strategic counsel to senior stakeholders, ensuring communications align with corporate strategy, policies, and guidelines
  • Lead and contribute to rapid response and crisis communications when required to manage reputational risks and market events
  • Develop and oversee clear, consistent messaging across press materials, statements, and external content
  • Monitor industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance communications effectiveness and business value
  • Ensure all external communications adhere to brand guidelines, company policies, and content standards
Ideal Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Media and Communications, or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in in-house or agency roles within external communications or press office functions
  • Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling narratives
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capabilities
  • Self-motivated professional with a positive, collaborative approach to team and colleague engagement
Why Join Us
  • Lead high-impact corporate communications for a major regional group
  • Work closely with senior leadership on strategic narratives and reputation management
  • Operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with regional scope
  • Access long-term career growth within Majid Al Futtaim Holding
About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim is a leading shopping mall, retail, communities, and entertainment group operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. Headquartered in the UAE, the Group manages a diverse portfolio of iconic brands and destinations, focusing on sustainable growth, strong governance, and clear communication that builds trust with stakeholders across markets.Job Title Senior Manager External Communications - Majid Al Futtaim Holding - Dubai, UAE
Job Description Senior Manager External Communications - Majid Al Futtaim Holding - Dubai, UAEPosition Overview
The Senior Manager External Communications role in Dubai leads press office and media engagement activities for Majid Al Futtaim Holding, shaping clear, consistent messaging that supports corporate strategy, protects reputation, and strengthens brand credibility across regional and international markets.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Public Relations and Communications
Function: Public Relations
Salary: 30000-42000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Summary
The Senior Manager External Communications is responsible for managing media relations and press office operations, advising senior stakeholders, and delivering compelling narratives aligned with Majid Al Futtaim's values, priorities, and long-term business objectives.Key Responsibilities
  • Position, promote, and protect the Majid Al Futtaim brand and reputation through proactive media engagement
  • Partner with the Corporate Communications team to design and deliver integrated engagement plans that support reputation goals
  • Build strong relationships across functions to ensure an aligned communications strategy that advances corporate ambitions
  • Provide strategic counsel to senior stakeholders, ensuring communications align with corporate strategy, policies, and guidelines
  • Lead and contribute to rapid response and crisis communications when required to manage reputational risks and market events
  • Develop and oversee clear, consistent messaging across press materials, statements, and external content
  • Monitor industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance communications effectiveness and business value
  • Ensure all external communications adhere to brand guidelines, company policies, and content standards
Ideal Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Media and Communications, or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in in-house or agency roles within external communications or press office functions
  • Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling narratives
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capabilities
  • Self-motivated professional with a positive, collaborative approach to team and colleague engagement
Why Join Us
  • Lead high-impact corporate communications for a major regional group
  • Work closely with senior leadership on strategic narratives and reputation management
  • Operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with regional scope
  • Access long-term career growth within Majid Al Futtaim Holding
About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim is a leading shopping mall, retail, communities, and entertainment group operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. Headquartered in the UAE, the Group manages a diverse portfolio of iconic brands and destinations, focusing on sustainable growth, strong governance, and clear communication that builds trust with stakeholders across markets.
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Salary from 30000.00
Salary to 42000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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