Public Relations Account Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Role

James Patrick, a global Public Relations & Communications Consultancy, is seeking a Public Relations Account Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position requiring 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and localize press releases, thought leadership content, and campaign messaging in both Arabic and English, ensuring cultural adaptation to Saudi values and norms.
• Cultivate relationships with tier-1 Saudi and pan-Arab journalists, editors, and local digital influencers across platforms like Snapchat, X, and TikTok to secure earned media coverage.
• Ensure client campaigns and corporate communications are strategically aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 pillars, goals, and major projects.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned accounts, manage budgets, direct junior PR executives, and report clear return on investment (ROI) metrics to clients.
• Monitor the Saudi media landscape for potential risks and execute localized mitigation strategies to protect client reputations during crises.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of PR agency experience, with a focus on managing diverse client portfolios, preferably within the GCC or specifically the Saudi Arabian market.
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong networks with tier-1 Saudi, pan-Arab, and regional media outlets, journalists, and editors.
• Proven experience in executing integrated communications campaigns that combine traditional media relations with digital strategies, including engagement with Saudi-specific influencers on Snapchat, X, and TikTok.
• A deep understanding of Saudi Arabia’s current socio-economic landscape and practical experience aligning corporate messaging with Vision 2030 initiatives and government frameworks.
• Excellent bilingual communication skills, with a strong ability to manage, review, and refine complex content in both professional Arabic and English.

Role Context

This role is integral to a global Public Relations & Communications Consultancy operating in Riyadh. The Public Relations Account Manager will be responsible for managing client accounts, developing strategic communication plans, and ensuring effective media and influencer engagement within the Saudi market. The position requires a strong understanding of local cultural nuances and alignment with national strategic objectives.