Account Executive – Technology | Edelman Abu Dhabi, UAE

The Role

Contribute to daily account work.

Managing small projects and contribute to larger projects as directed by project leaders.

Demonstrate understanding of key client information including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers and competitors.

Manage media relations by identifying & working with target media and demonstrating a network of traditional and online media contacts and influencers.

Demonstrate an understanding of and implement public engagement and social media programs.

Write press materials and internal communications.

Edit and proofread written materials for quality and adherence to appropriate writing style.

Develop client interaction skills

Implement traditional and online research techniques.

Contribute to performance appraisal process for peers and managers.

Participate in the new business process, including research, audits, preparation of proposals and support for new business pitches.

Help identify new business opportunities and leads.

Demonstrate an understanding of project budget parameters, pricing structures (hourly vs. retainer accounts) and over-servicing

Provide administrative support to the team.

Manage third-party vendors.

Follow all Edelman financial policies and procedures.

Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values (Quality, Integrity, Respect, Entrepreneurial Spirit,
Mutual Benefits) and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct.

Learn about Edelman’s various capabilities and contribute ideas about how to improve them and develop new capabilities.

Aid in the implementation of new capabilities.

Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends and demonstrate understanding of how they integrate into communications programs.

Requirements

Interest in the technology space.

Experience of working across multiple geographies & cultures

Excellent time management and project management skills

Management of and facilitation of conference calls with multiple stakeholders

Coordination of events & events logistics

Excellent knowledge of excel

Detailed reporting

Client management

Good writing and verbal reasoning

Some media experience

Good written English.

An intricate level of understanding of the account(s), the clients’ businesses, products, markets, personnel, outside influencers, opposition, etc.

Solid grasp of all basic public relations tools and how they are used to achieve client goals.

Solid research, writing and editing skills and the ability to develop media contacts/relationships.

Fundamental understanding of media outreach assignments and apply experience and initiative in developing appropriate traditional and online media strategies.

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