Account Manager - Digital

About Weber Shandwick

We are a leading full-service integrated communications and marketing services agency that delivers industry-defining work and next-generation solutions for brands, businesses, and organisations. In the Middle East, North Africa & Turkey (MENAT) region, we have a hyperconnected, award-winning network with a presence in 13 cities, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuwait, Doha, and Istanbul.

Our team comprises social media experts, digital specialists, creatives, strategists, analysts, and PR professionals who believe in the power of collaboration to deliver high-value, high-impact communications and business solutions for our clients. By welcoming outstanding and diverse talent to our team, we complement our sector expertise with specialisms such as content, content production, creative design, creative technology, digital platforms, influencer marketing, integrated media, media relations, social strategy and engagement, strategic planning, and video production.

We were named the PRovoke Global Agency of the Decade (2020), PRWeek Global Best Agency in Middle East (2023, 2020), PRCA MENA Large Consultancy of the Year (2023, 2022, 2021), and PRCA MENA Digital Team of the Year (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020). We were also included on Ad Age’s Agency A-List in 2024 and 2020, in addition to the top 10 of Great Place to Work UAE (2023).

What’s happening?

Join a highly creative multi-disciplined global communications agency for the amazing opportunity to work on some of the best brands in the world, draw on all the resources of a top global networked agency, and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

Who do we need?

We are seeking an manager who is passionate about all things digital and ready to bring that energy to our high-performing, collaborative team. You will work closely with senior team members to provide support on day-to-day work while helping deliver our clients’ strategies across their digital footprint. You will demonstrate solid and well-rounded communication skills, and contribute to reporting, community management, and content development. Experience in managing healthcare clients is preferred but not a must.

What will you be doing?

Client Relations

• Build strong relationships with your clients. Demonstrate proactivity by offering new ideas and new ways of generating success, including identifying digital opportunities.
  
  

Communication Skills

• Writing – have the ability to write in a range of styles, including short– and long-form digital content.
• Quality standards – produce high standard of work at all times, paying attention to detail.
• Presentation skills – have a strong grasp of presentation skills.
• Research & analysis – conduct and analyse research (e.g., desktop research, listening exercises, competitive analysis, SWOT analysis) to derive insights on the clients’ sector.
  
  

Industry And Market Knowledge

• Maintain a strong understanding of the clients’ business priorities. Work to create a good knowledge of current developments and trends affecting the clients’ industries and the markets in which they operate.
• Have knowledge of the role of social media channels in PR and how to best utilise each channel to the clients’ benefit.
• Demonstrate understanding of the clients’ digital work and provide counsel to the team on social media content and activations.
  
  

Account Team Support

• Assist in the development of the clients’ activity reports.
  
  

What do you need to apply for this role?

• 5+ year of social media communications experience
• Fluency in digital/social media platforms, tools, and solutions
• Experience in copywriting and developing a range of social media materials
• Familiarity with analytics tools and an ability to set and evaluate campaign metrics
• Well-rounded communication skills and proficiency in client servicing
• Bilingual (English and Arabic) – verbal and written
• Based in Abu Dhabi