Senior Account Executive at Taqarabu Hybrid Communications

The Company

THC (Taqarabu Hybrid Communications) is a new breed of hybrid consultancy, built to manage the corporate reputations of global organisations in the Middle East. Taqarabu, meaning bring together in Arabic, is our guiding principle as we blend specialist communication and consultancy skills with a deep understanding of the Middle East, and shape them in a way that meets client’s needs. It’s not a one size fits all approach, but a skillful interpretation of what matters and where we can add value, bringing together powerful storytelling and innovative communications.

The Opportunity

Senior Account Executive, leading to Account Manager within 6 months

We are looking for someone who can balance being part of an account team with an ability to work independently – someone who has the confidence to consult clients on their challenges and is not to ask difficult questions. Someone who has a strong grasp of corporate communications, thought leadership and the fundamentals of content marketing to help build and manage brand reputation. We want someone who can think creatively, laterally and bring a diversity of thought and insight to the table. And we need someone who is organised and able to balance the priorities of their clients with the ambition of the agency.

The work will involve developing and implementing tactical and integrated communication plans in response to client briefs; working with the media, influencers and event managers to give our clients the recognition they deserve. We expect you to have a thorough understanding of your client’s business and their industry, working proactively to seek out new opportunities to position and promote their interests across the Middle East. As a senior account executive (leading to account manager), you will also be expected to measure, evaluate and report on client activity.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with regional and international media in the context of corporate, government and thought leadership – both traditional and digital
• Managing social media campaigns and producing a cadence of written and video-based content across popular platforms
• Production and editing of long-form editorial content
• Planning and implement integrated campaigns, coordinating with design and paid-media
• Creating and managing communications to support event and exhibition management
• Researching and reporting on industry issues, trends and opportunities respective to our client portfolio
• Project management and tracking of client deliverables
• Management of the account reporting process, including measurement and evaluation
• Responsive client communication and consultancy
• 360 management of client account teams
• Additional responsibilities to contribute to the agency’s operational effectiveness, its marketing and business development

Induction & Immersion

THC will commit to providing:

• Formal and informal training focused on soft skills in business communication and productivity, matched with a development of hard skills in content marketing, PR, web design and digital technologies
• A flexible, energetic and entrepreneurial working environment
• An honest, respectful and collaborative culture

How to apply

Please send your CV with Cover Page to jennifer@taqarabu.com.