Global Head of Media Relations

5 months ago


Dubai, United Arab Emirates Al-Futtaim Full time

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

We are currently seeking an experienced Media & PR professional to join our Communications team in the capacity of Global Head of Media Relations & PR.

**Overview of the role**

**What you will do**
- Lead the development and execution of a global media relations and PR strategy, emphasizing hands-on involvement in creating, pitching, and monitoring content.
- Utilize data analytics to inform and adjust PR strategies, ensuring decisions are based on insights and results from market trends, campaign performance, and media coverage analysis.
- Forge and maintain robust relationships with key global media outlets and journalists, actively engaging in outreach and communication to secure positive and impactful coverage.
- Directly manage crisis communication efforts, including hands-on development of response strategies and materials to effectively mitigate potential negative impacts on the brand's reputation.
- Produce and review high-quality press materials, including press releases, speeches, and presentations, ensuring alignment with the brand’s voice and strategic goals across all markets.
- Coordinate cross-functionally with marketing, social media, and other departments to ensure consistent messaging and leverage opportunities for synergistic communications.
- Lead, mentor, and directly involve in guiding the media relations and PR team, promoting a culture of excellence, agility, and ongoing learning.
- Stay ahead of global media trends and innovations, incorporating new approaches and technologies into the PR strategy to maintain a competitive edge.

**Required skills to be successful**
- Demonstrated success in crafting and executing data-driven global media relations and PR strategies, with a proven track record of achieving significant media visibility and impact.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic. (Arabic considered a strong advantage)
- Expertise in using data analytics tools to guide PR efforts, with strong analytical skills to interpret data and inform decision-making.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a commitment to developing team members and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural setting, engaging with diverse teams and stakeholders across different geographies.

**What equips you for the role**
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field, with a Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in journalism, media relations, PR, or a similar field, including at least 5 years in a leadership role with hands-on strategic and operational responsibilities. (Preferred global news agencies)


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