Publicis Middle East, part of one of the world’s most influential creative and communication networks, is seeking a Senior Executive – Communications and Project Management to join their dynamic team in Dubai. This full-time hybrid position involves leading communication and project initiatives for a multinational client across various verticals, including creative, strategy, production, content, and media.

Founded in 1926, Publicis has a long history of leading industry transformation. The ideal candidate will be someone passionate, curious, and highly organized with experience in agency environments and a strong understanding of digital disruption and communication trends.

As a Senior Executive, you will work closely with the account management team to ensure all project requirements, deadlines, and schedules are on track while playing a key role in campaign planning, resource management, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Coordinate multi-disciplinary projects with teams of various sizes.

• Apply formal project management methodologies to meet deadlines and client expectations.

• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and identify and resolve issues proactively.

• Submit high-quality deliverables and maintain communication with stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.

• Plan and schedule meetings, allocate responsibilities, and maintain internal communication workflows.

Client & Operational Management

• Support the development and execution of effective project communication plans.

• Collaborate with creative services and client-side teams to ensure timely delivery.

• Provide regular updates, status reports, and post-project evaluations.

• Oversee budget planning, cost efficiency, and audit preparation.

• Enforce timelines and facilitate change management processes across teams.

Skills Required:

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Deep understanding of agency processes and communication principles.

• Hands-on experience with tools like Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to identify performance improvements.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of experience in a communication or advertising agency environment.

• 1–2 years of experience in project management with practical application of best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and innovative work culture.

• Opportunities to work with major international brands.

• Exposure to high-impact, multi-disciplinary campaigns.

• A role within a future-facing, digitally driven creative company.