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Strategic Communications (Dubai) role at FTI Consulting Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.Are you ready to make your impact?About The Role FTI Consulting is looking to recruit a Senior Director with circa 15 years of experience for its Middle East Strategic Communications practice based in the UAE.As a capital markets expert, you will have the opportunity to work with FTI Consulting's global network on some of the largest publicly listed and private companies worldwide to execute a full range of strategic communications services, including equity story development, financial calendar communications, executive profiling, IPOs, restructurings and M&A transactions, crisis management, media relations and ESG, stewardship and governance issues, and performing industry research and analysis, etc.Our team aims to shape clients' company narratives and influence how major corporate news flow lands with capital market audiences (investors, financial media, buy-side, sell-side analysts).The successful candidate should have excellent written and verbal communications skills and be a collegiate team player. The candidate should be mature, results-oriented, able to multi-task and prepared to learn and utilise new and emerging approaches to communications as part of a leading global communications consultancy business.What You'll Do The role offers excellent opportunity for progression in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and international environment, but demands critical thinking and thoroughness to execute the following tasks: Serves as a trusted business advisor by influencing client direction in all areas of financial or transaction communications and investor relations. Develops FTI Consulting's client strategies that create competitive advantage in the face of changing business, sector, and market conditions. Demonstrates an understanding of key business drivers for current and potential clients and tailor communications or business strategies/solutions accordingly. Develops complex financial communications programs. Develops and presents recommendations based on financial analytics and modelling, research, strategic and creative thinking, with a credible point of view and perspective. Works effectively with senior management to help identify senior client needs and works with other operating divisions to address them in an integrated team effort. Devise strategies for corporate and financial communications, investor relations and media relations engagements (e.g. writing earnings and transactions related materials, developing investors outreach plans, providing strategic counsel on capital markets activity, liaising with investors and journalists, providing support to key investors and media events, assisting with management training materials development). Drive new business initiatives (e.g. conducting research on prospects, creating and editing Power Point presentations and proposals, etc.). Supervise the work of junior staff and provide coaching to junior team members. Actively contribute to both internal and client meetings by offering strategic and creative insights. Maintain a self-driven passion to stay abreast of client issues and related industry trends, participate in industry networking events and inform team leaders of potential new business opportunities. How You'll Grow We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.What You Will Need To Succeed We are looking for a highly-motivated and proactive colleague who wants to grow his/her career in strategic communications consulting, working internationally, and is ready to deliver high-quality work under minimal supervision. Specifically, we are looking for someone who fulfils the following requirements: Basic Qualifications University degree or higher education. 15 years of relevant experience in financial communications or investor relations or equity capital market or equity research, preferably in consultancy. Strong financial acumen in capital markets and a good understanding on how strategy and business execution impact financial performance and value creation. Good understanding in buy side and sell side analysts landscape, and relevant business media. Ability to take complexity and translate effectively; a creative and strategic thinker in reputation management, sees around corners, approaches communications from new angles. Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills. Arabic would certainly be a plus, but not a must. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in often demanding, deadline-driven situations. Collaborative team player that also has the ability to work independently, take initiative and set priorities. An aptitude and desire for learning and ongoing development. Total Wellbeing Our goal is to support the well being of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits, including professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements .About FTI Consulting FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions , FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit and connect with us on Instagram and Linked In.FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FTI Consulting by 2x Get notified about new Director of Strategic Communications jobs in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates . Director - Public Relations & Communications Director

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