Corporate Communication and Strategic Partnerships Executive

Overview

Media Relations & PR Execution

• Execute proactive media outreach to Tier 1 and Tier 2 regional and international outlets including Bloomberg, CNBC Arabia, WSJ, Reuters, Forbes Middle East, Finance Middle East, Economy Middle East.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media pitches, op-eds, and executive statements on behalf of group leadership.
• Build and maintain an active journalist and editor contact database across print, digital, and broadcast.
• Monitor media coverage, compile press clippings, and produce regular reporting on share of voice and sentiment. Executive & Leadership Communications
• Prepare executive briefing packs for media appearances, panel discussions, and institutional meetings.
• Draft correspondence, talking points, and stakeholder communications on behalf of leadership. Strategic Partnerships & Institutional Relations
• Serve as first point of contact for global and regional institutional organizations including the World Economic Forum, government entities, cultural institutions, and industry bodies.
• Liaise with partners such as ADGM, ADYBC, Abu Dhabi Chamber, Sorbonne Abu Dhabi, and cultural initiatives under the group's portfolio. Events & Activations
• Support communications around key industry events including Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Dubai Fintech Summit, WEF, and TIME100 Impact Awards.

Content & Digital Communications

• Support the development of content for group social media channels across 10+ markets.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across subsidiaries (Lulu Exchange, Lulu Money, Digit9).

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of corporate communications, PR, or media relations experience in the UAE.
• Experience working in or alongside financial services, fintech, or professional services is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Highly professional presentation: this role involves direct interaction with international institutional partners, government entities, and senior media figures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with the GCC media landscape, regional business culture, and international communications norms.
• Experience supporting personal branding or executive communications is a plus.