Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Description

Strategy & Brand

• Develop and execute marketing communications and PR strategy to elevate the firm's brand, reputation, and presence regionally and globally.
• Own the firm's brand voice, messaging, and narrative across all external and internal channels, ensuring consistency with positioning as a top-quartile investment firm.
• Advise leadership on communications strategy, thought leadership positioning, and brand opportunities aligned with business priorities.

Media Relations & PR

• Build and maintain a strong network with media outlets, journalists, and PR agencies across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and wider MENA region.
• Lead media outreach, press release drafting and distribution, and journalist relationship management to secure high-quality coverage.
• Manage relationships with external PR and communications agencies, briefing and overseeing agency deliverables to ensure quality and consistency.
• Act as a key point of contact for media inquiries and support leadership with interview preparation and talking points.
• Develop and lead crisis and sensitive-issue communications as required, protecting and reinforcing the firm's reputation.

Content & Channels

• Develop and execute creative marketing campaigns and content across digital, social, and traditional channels.
• Own the social media strategy and content calendar, ensuring consistent, on-brand storytelling across platforms.
• Produce and oversee content including thought leadership pieces, newsletters, website content, scripts, and event materials.
• Manage the firm's website content and ensure it reflects current brand, portfolio, and firm milestones.

Events & Stakeholder Engagement

• Plan and execute external events, including conferences, sponsorships, and portfolio company showcases, to drive brand visibility.
• Support internal communications and culture-building initiatives in collaboration with the People team.
• Build collaborative relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, portfolio companies, and external partners to ensure aligned messaging.

Measurement & Operations

• Analyze marketing and communications performance (media coverage, campaign results, engagement, traffic) to inform future strategy.
• Maintain and report on the marketing communications budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Continuously monitor industry trends, competitor positioning, and best practices to keep the communications approach current and effective.

Desired Candidate Profile

At least 7 years of relevant experience in marketing communications, PR, or corporate communications.

Strong, well-established network with media outlets and PR/communications agencies; proven track record of securing media coverage.

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field from a recognized institution.

Experience in financial services, investment firms, Tech or fast-growing/startup environments strongly preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage but not mandatory.

Strong storytelling and content creation abilities, with sound judgment on brand voice and messaging.

Working knowledge of social media management, digital marketing tools, and basic analytics platforms.

Strong project and budget management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and external vendors simultaneously.

Comfortable working in a lean environment with both strategic and hands-on operational responsibilities.