Senior Account Executive, Communications Advisory

The Senior Account Executive is primarily responsible for day-to-day client work under the daily supervision of an Account Manager. Covering the basics of PR, communications and social, crisis management, political security; the Account Executive plays a key role in coordination of account activity and will perform a variety of tasks including research and analysis, media monitoring, preparing summary reports to support the client engagement.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research that reflects an understanding of the clients’ issues focusing crisis management and political security.
• Prepare summary reports which synthesize information from various sources.
• Participate actively in internal and client meetings, offering knowledgeable observations and suggestions.
• Identify external meetings and trainings to attend to build skill set or sector knowledge and contacts.
• Demonstrate awareness of utilization and expectations, coordinating with project leaders to manage them.
• Develop firm understanding of traditional and digital media tools and metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Risk Management or Equivalent
• 0-2 years of experience
• Office environment is general office setting
• Some travel may be required
• Must reside in Dubai or be willing to relocate
• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. 

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. 

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.