Account Director, Investment at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial Services, Investment, Capital MarketsIndustries

Requirements

6–8 years’ experience in financial communications, investor relations, investment banking, capital markets, or related professional services
Strong understanding of GCC market dynamics and regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., ADX, DFM, Tadawul)
Experience advising on transactions (IPO, M&A, restructuring) and financial calendar events (results, AGMs, guidance)
Proven ability to write and communicate clearly—especially when distilling complex financial or regulatory information
Confidence in working directly with C-suite leaders, legal and IR teams, bankers, and advisors
Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are highly advantageous
A confident and thoughtful advisor with a solid grounding in financial and corporate communications
Adept at managing complex client relationships, developing high-stakes narratives, and leading cross-functional teams
Passionate about helping clients navigate reputational opportunities and risks—especially in investment, capital markets, and financial services contexts
Strategic thinker with deep financial fluency and a passion for delivering high-impact, board-level counsel

Responsibilities

Lead integrated communications strategies for investment-focused and capital markets clients, including IPOs, M&As, investor relations, ESG, and financial calendar activity
Serve as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key clients—delivering timely, insightful, and commercially relevant counsel
Manage and oversee the execution of deliverables, including financial announcements, messaging frameworks, investor presentations, and media strategies
Guide clients through complex issues including disclosure obligations, regulatory comms, and stakeholder engagement
Collaborate with Edelman and Smithfield colleagues across the region and globally to bring integrated, multidisciplinary solutions
Build and mentor high-performing teams; coach junior talent with empathy and clarity
Drive organic growth by identifying new opportunities within existing accounts and supporting new business initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial CommunicationsCapital Markets AdvisoryIPOsM&AsInvestor RelationsESGRegulatory CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementClient Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipBusiness Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Account Director role?

The role requires 6–8 years’ experience in financial communications, investor relations, investment banking, capital markets, or related professional services.

Where is this position based?

The position is based in Abu Dhabi, joining the growing team there.

What key skills are needed for this role?

Candidates need a strong understanding of GCC market dynamics and regional regulatory frameworks, experience advising on transactions like IPOs and M&As, proven writing and communication skills for complex financial information, and confidence working with C-suite leaders.

What is the company culture like at Edelman Smithfield?

The culture emphasizes trust, insight-driven communications, collaboration across global teams, and investment in employee growth and ideas.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate is a strategic thinker with deep financial fluency, experience managing complex client relationships, leading teams, and navigating reputational risks in investment and capital markets, plus fluency in English and preferably Arabic.

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