Communications Strategy Manager, Abu Dhabi

Job Description

411_2654775

Overview

A leading Abu Dhabi based business undergoing rapid transformation and international growth is recruiting for a Communications Strategy Manager. This role will shape and evolve the company’s enterprise communications strategy, strengthening its reputation and global positioning. The role focuses on developing a compelling strategic narrative, advising senior leadership and ensuring communications reflect stakeholder priorities across investors, governments, institutions, media and partners.

Communications Strategy Manager Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-level communications strategy aligned with business objectives and global stakeholder expectations.
• Translate complex topics (energy transition, AI, global policy trends) into clear narrative frameworks.
• Advise leadership on reputational risks, positioning and campaign architecture.
• Drive peer benchmarking, reputation intelligence and stakeholder insight.
• Track and optimise communications performance using reputation dashboards and KPIs.
• Support flagship corporate moments and executive positioning.

Communications Strategy Manager Candidate Profile

• 8–12 years’ experience in strategic communications, reputation management, or stakeholder engagement.
• Background in energy, consulting, government or financial services preferred.
• Strong skills in narrative development, corporate reputation and senior stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to support leadership communications and manage complex cross-functional projects.
• Excellent English; Arabic desirable but not essential.

Join a Leading Abu Dhabi Business in Transformation

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policy here.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

2025-11-11 12:56:04