English Copywriter, Secondment at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial Services, Public RelationsIndustries

Requirements

4 to 6 years of professional writing experience, ideally within an agency or corporate communications environment
Native-level fluency in English (Arabic language skills are a strong plus)
Strong portfolio showcasing business writing, thought leadership, and editorial content
Background in business, finance, or corporate communications
Skilled English writer able to deliver impactful copy under tight deadlines
Confident working directly with senior client stakeholders and able to quickly grasp institutional tone, brand guidelines, and business priorities
Collaborative team player with an agency mindset, comfortable juggling multiple workstreams and feedback loops
Based in or open to relocating to Abu Dhabi for the duration of the assignment (three-year secondment)
Ability to balance creativity with precision, and manage multiple assignments on short timelines
Familiarity with financial services, banking, or corporate institutions is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Craft clear, engaging content across multiple formats including press releases, white papers, opinion editorials, speeches, internal comms, and social media copy
Act as the primary editorial lead within the client’s team, while maintaining strong alignment with Edelman Smithfield’s editorial, strategy, and client service teams
Collaborate with senior business and communications stakeholders to shape narratives and deliver messaging that aligns with brand voice and strategic goals
Edit and enhance existing content to ensure clarity, tone, and message consistency
Contribute to ideation and creative development, bringing a storytelling lens to complex topics

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CopywritingPress ReleasesWhite PapersOpinion EditorialsSpeechesInternal CommunicationsSocial Media ContentFinancial CommunicationsCorporate CommunicationsBusiness Writing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the duration of this copywriter position?

This is a three-year secondment role on a fixed-term contract.

Is this role remote or does it require relocation?

The role is based in Abu Dhabi and requires being based in or open to relocating to Abu Dhabi for the duration of the assignment.

What experience and skills are required for this copywriter role?

Candidates need 4 to 6 years of professional writing experience ideally in agency or corporate communications, native-level English fluency (Arabic a plus), a strong portfolio in business writing and thought leadership, and familiarity with financial services.

What kind of team environment can I expect in this role?

This is a collaborative role embedded in the client's team in Abu Dhabi while staying connected to Edelman Smithfield’s global network of 250 specialists, requiring an agency mindset and work with senior stakeholders.

What makes a strong candidate for this English Copywriter position?

A strong candidate has 4-6 years of writing experience in business, finance, or corporate communications, a portfolio of impactful copy like press releases and thought leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to work under tight deadlines with senior stakeholders.

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