Account Director - Financial Advisory

Account Director - Financial Advisory at Burson

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. As part of WPP, Burson delivers strategic communications, media training, crisis management and advanced messaging development to clients in the financial sector.

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior B2B and B2G financial clients, enhancing relationships and achieving communication objectives.
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive thought leadership strategies, including crafting compelling op eds and articles.
• Oversee high level media relations, managing proactive outreach, press conferences, and engagement with top tier financial journalists.
• Direct "calendar work," strategically positioning clients around financial results announcements and key industry events.
• Provide expert counsel on positioning companies within the relevant global financial and political environments.
• Drive client growth by identifying new opportunities, developing proposals, and expanding existing engagements.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high performing project environment.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high quality, impactful creative executions that meet and exceed client expectations.

• Proven experience as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager in corporate & financial communications.
• Demonstrable track record in B2B and B2G financial sector communications, including direct engagement with decision makers.
• Extensive experience developing and implementing strategic thought leadership campaigns.
• Exceptional media relations skills, including a robust network of financial and business journalists and experience managing press conferences.
• Understanding of financial calendar work or an interest in learning (e.g., results reporting, investor relations) and global market positioning.
• Ability to provide strategic counsel to senior clients, articulating complex business messages clearly and effectively.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing junior team members.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem solving, and business development capabilities.

Burson offers a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues can elevate their skills, expand their networks, and produce leading edge solutions. The company invests in professional development, mentorship programs, a vibrant inclusive culture, and competitive compensation packages to reward and retain top talent.

Role Level: Mid Level
Work Type: Full Time
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
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