Robert Walters
Communications Director
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 10 - 15 yrs
Job expiry date: 06/06/2026
Job overview
Date posted
22/04/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 50,000 - 60,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
10 - 15 yrs
Seniority
Director
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
06/06/2026
Job description
The Communications Director will lead and shape the overall communication strategy for a prestigious luxury brand across the Middle East region. Based in Dubai, this leadership role involves developing strategic communication plans that strengthen brand awareness, build client engagement, and support business growth. The position requires close collaboration with international teams and regional stakeholders to deliver high-impact communication initiatives that reflect both global brand values and regional cultural nuances.
Required skills
strategic communications
luxury brand marketing
public relations
media relations
influencer marketing
brand management
team leadership
stakeholder engagement
event management
digital communications
budget management
market analysis
cross-cultural communication
campaign planning
corporate communications
brand storytelling
client engagement
multichannel marketing
negotiation skills
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement regional communications strategy aligned with global brand objectives
- Lead and manage communications team to deliver impactful campaigns
- Collaborate with international teams and local stakeholders
- Design and execute PR events including exhibitions, store openings, and activations
- Manage media planning and relationships with press agencies
- Develop influencer networks and partnerships across the region
- Monitor competitor activities and market trends
- Oversee communication budgets and reporting
- Coordinate communication for product launches and campaigns
- Support brand visibility and client engagement initiatives
- Collaborate with retail and marketing teams across departments
- Ensure alignment between communication strategy and brand values
Experience & skills
- Extensive experience in luxury retail communications with proven leadership capabilities.
- Strong strategic planning abilities with experience developing regional communication strategies aligned with global objectives.
- Proven experience managing and mentoring communications teams in a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Strong media relations experience including building networks with journalists, influencers, and media agencies.
- Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across multicultural environments.
- Experience managing high-profile PR events, brand activations, and marketing campaigns.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience working with agencies, vendors, and partners.
- Strong understanding of digital communication channels including social media and influencer marketing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with additional languages such as Arabic or French preferred.
- Strong budget management and reporting experience.
- Ability to analyze market trends and competitor communication strategies.
- Experience working in regional or international luxury markets.