Overview

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

We are seeking a communications generalist who will report to Consulting’s Communications Manager for the ME region. This position is Riyadh-based and will support our Consulting Communications team in all of our business units via: content development, communications project management, internal campaigns development and executions, Partner communications and collaboration with Clients & Markets on external communications.

JD & The day-to-day Responsibilities

As a member of the Consulting communications team, you can expect your role to typically involve some or all of the following:

  • Contribute to the internal communications strategy in conjunction with stakeholders

  • Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications channels, such as a staff intranet, monthly newsletters or regular email bulletin. You will also be required to work on the layout of content from a visual perspective. 

  • Storyboard or translate ideas to the creative team of designers and multimedia editors. Manage the development of this content end-to-end. 

  • Prepare presentations and other materials for organisational events, such as annual meetings. 

  • Draft messages or scripts from senior executives for presentation to employees in written or spoken form.

  • Ensure internal communications messages are consistent across all mediums and for different departments of the organisation.

  • Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages. Collaborate with the Clients and Markets team members to align on this. 

  • Organize regular opportunities for feedback from staff via focus groups and online collaboration tools and adjust communications content accordingly. 

  • Contribute to content for social media and website, in collaboration with the Clients and Markets team. 

  • Ad hoc projects 

Qualifications

A BA in journalism, communications, public relations, research or marketing is required. 

Relevant experience

  • Experience in a communications team, especially internal communication, for a large organisation, is most sought after. 

  • Experience of writing for a variety of different audiences is also desired. General marketing experience is beneficial. 

  • Visual storytelling skills with proficiency in creating content across mediums that tell a compelling story. 

  • Development of videos, social media posts and communications assets. 

Key skills 

  • Writing skills: You need excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills as well as the journalistic ability to source stories from employees

  • Speaking Communication skills: You also need strong speaking communication skills as you are likely to be called on to give presentations or host sessions with staff. 

  • Interpersonal skills: You need good interpersonal and relationship-building skills in order to work with colleagues across the business. You also need to possess the confidence to deal with senior executives and explain communication techniques to them.

  • Creative skills: You need the creative ability to devise communication strategies Digital skills: Familiarity with information technology, especially digital and video means of communication, is essential. Understanding the sector you wish to work in (private, public or voluntary) can be crucial. 

  • Bilingual in Arabic and English, with strong English language proficiency.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

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Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

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About PwC Middle East

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.