Senior Account Manager Sport, Entertainment & Culture

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Burson’s MENA operations stand as one of the largest and most respected communications agencies in the region, delivering impactful strategies rooted in craft, curiosity, counsel, and camaraderie. Burson MENA is a trusted partner for clients navigating complex communications and public affairs landscapes, shaping reputations, and driving business outcomes across diverse sectors. Our MENA region has offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia and also part of the region is Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain and Egypt.

Our team combines strategic expertise with AI‑driven insights to craft compelling narratives that influence key decision‑makers. Backed by a strong international and global network, we provide innovative, data‑driven solutions that connect with audiences and create lasting impact. At Burson, our inclusive and high‑performance culture fuels innovation, empowering individuals to excel and collaborate in a dynamic environment where growth thrives.

We are looking for a Riyadh‑based Senior Account Manager/Communication Consultant to work on some of the biggest projects across destination, sport, entertainment and culture. The role offers the opportunity to develop under the guidance of some of the best in the industry and gain first‑hand experience working on high‑profile international brands. Currently our international work from Saudi Arabia see us manage an unrivalled portfolio of high‑profile federations, prestigious international events and stakeholders.

At this level, you will have strong and versatile communications skills and experiences across corporate, destination, sport, entertainment and consumer campaigns.

• The role requires brilliant basics of excellent written and communication skills and first class media and influencer relations.
• Leading a busy campaign project management and press offices, overseeing as well as sometimes handling both reactive and proactive media enquiries
• Strategic client advisory and planning
• Maintaining relationships and building media / influencer contacts to drive client coverage
• Reviewing and developing content and strategic presentations
• Creative – confident generating ideas in response to client briefs
• Managing retainers and projects with ease, showing ability for account management from conception to completion, anticipating challenges and meeting deadline

• High level working Arabic is an advantage this level
• You will have the experience and autonomy to independently lead projects, planning and delivering newsrooms with knowledge and experience across the mix; from PR, strategic consultants, and content + publishing production
• Drive ideas, creative thinking, energy and a strategic mindset to developing and producing high quality, tailored news and content.
• Strong communications and PR experience working across corporate, consumer, sport and entertainment campaigns
• A very confident client handler with the ability to share counsel
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans that align with client business objectives and market trends
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets, retainers, and identifying opportunities for account growth
• Familiarity with PR measurement tools and a data‑driven approach to demonstrating campaign performance and ROI

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their…