Regional Communications Manager (Public Relations), Riyadh

About The Role

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Regional Communications Manager, Riyadh

Role Overview

Impact

• Assist in developing and executing external and internal communications strategies that position S&P Global Energy as a leader in the energy, data/benchmark, and sustainability sectors across the _entire_ EMEA region.
• Support media relations efforts by cultivating strong relationships with top-tier media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers to achieve impactful media placements.
• Create and deliver key messaging and campaigns for internal communications, including thought leadership content.
• Contribute to broader strategic planning and execution of communications, including crisis communications and rapid-response strategies, ensuring consistent messaging during challenging situations.
• Track regional media coverage and internal metrics to measure the effectiveness of communications and ensure alignment with business goals.
• _What you'll do:_

Responsibilities

• _Develop and execute the communications strategy for S &P Global Energy within the EMEA region aligned with divisional and corporate objectives._
• _Collaborate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to craft compelling narratives and communicate key strategic initiatives and innovations._
• _Draft and distribute external content, including press releases, statements, media advisories, pitch materials, and bylined articles._
• Create internal content, including executive messages for senior stakeholders, and manage internal events as required.
• Ensure all communications align with S&P Global's corporate values, vision, and strategic goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, top-tier global media, industry analysts, and key journalists across the EMEA region.
• Coordinate media interviews, press briefings, and events to promote divisional initiatives and corporate goals.
• Monitor and report on communications results aligned with divisional and enterprise strategic goals.
• Manage media relations during crises, ensuring effective responses and mitigating potential reputational risks.
• _What we're looking for:_

Qualifications

• Strategic communications leader with exceptional industry credibility , extensive regional and global relationships, and the ability to translate complex market dynamics into impactful public narratives.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in public relations, external communications, media relations. Experience with financial services, energy, data analytics, or technology helpful but not required.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) (required).
• Experience in developing and executing PR strategies throughout EMEA markets (very important).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Proven experience in building relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, media outlets, and industry influencers.
• Collaborative approach to developing and executing communication strategies with senior leaders and colleagues.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to support and implement internal communications and media relations strategies that drive visibility.
• Experience in drafting and managing communications materials for both internal and external audiences.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive issues and support media relations during crisis situations.
• Familiarity with the financial and commodities markets, data services, or analytics sectors is a plus.
• _What’s In It For_** _You?_
• _Our Mission:_
• Advancing Essential Intelligence.
• _Our People:_
• We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective.
• Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it.
• We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in.
• We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business.
• Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
• _Our Values:_

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

• Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead.
• We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
• _Benefits:_
• We take care of you, so you can take care of business.
• We care about our people.
• That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
• Our benefits include:
• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
• For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
• _Global Hiring and Opportunity at S &P Global:_
• At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions.
• Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent.
• By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
• _Recruitment Fraud Alert:_
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• S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment.
• Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.
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