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Director, Sandpiper Financial, Sandpiper, Dubai

Sandpiper, one of the fastest growing reputation and policy management consultancies in the world, is seeking a talented and entrepreneurial individual to join our Transactions and Financial practices as a Director. The successful candidate will be based in Dubai but will work for our clients across the Middle East.

Sandpiper is a multi-award-winning agency that in 2024 won Global Corporate Agency of the Year at the Provoke Sabre Awards, Asia Pacific Regional Network of the Year at the Gold Standard Awards, is the second fastest growing firm in Asia Pacific and the 14th fastest growing PR firm in the world.  In Asia Pacific we are the only firm to have a dedicated professional services practice and are the largest public affairs agency in China. 

We are trusted advisors to industry leaders and market disruptors. We combine strong regional market and industry understanding with global perspectives.  Our expertise spans corporate communications, healthcare, financial services, corporate transactions and capital markets communications, professional services, ESG and sustainability, brand PR, media relations, public affairs and public policy, and technology.

Operating with one global P&L, we harness new technologies to deliver advice backed by rigorous research and deep insights, and to meet the evolving needs of our clients quickly and effectively wherever they are in the world.  Our data science and research capabilities are used by our clients globally.

Our firm is built around a simple proposition: by hiring the right people to do smart thinking, and equipping them with the right technologies and tools, we deliver results and business benefits for our clients. Our clients are diverse, ranging from the world’s leading financial institutions to disruptive technology firms that are reshaping the way we live.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for energetic and creative professionals with experience advising on financial transactions, together with proven financial services expertise.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of ten years’ experience and have worked in an international consultancy or multinational corporation.  You will be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced highly empowered environment.

We want all our colleagues to participate in shaping client strategies and contributing to the growth and management of our business, and we highly value fresh thinking and fresh ideas!

You will work with our multinational team of senior advisers combining local knowledge with a global perspective. We believe a deep understanding of the sectors in which our clients operate is a prerequisite of strategic counsel and campaigns that make our clients stand out.

Requirements

  • Experience advising on complex financial transactions and a proven track record advising clients in the financial and professional services sectors
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Good interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Experience managing a team and capable of driving new business pitches
  • Capable of multi-tasking on multiple projects – managing priorities and meeting deadlines, while maintaining a high attention to detail
  • Collegiate, team player
  • Creative thinker
  • Entrepreneurial with strong business acumen
  • Bachelor’s degree at a minimum (a plus if it is in related fields such as communications, English, journalism, politics, economics, or business)
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Roles and Responsibilities

You will be responsible for leading Sandpiper’s Transactions and Financial Services client work in the UAE, and across the Asia Pacific region when required. Your role will also include

  • Ensuring a high level of client service and leading on client accounts.
  • Maintaining a good understanding of clients’ business objectives, and the issues in their sector.
  • Building strong and trusted relationships with clients and key business stakeholders.
  • Leading the development of communications and stakeholder engagement strategies.
  • Leading on issues and crisis management.
  • Leading new business pitches and marketing activities in partnership with other senior team members.
  • Keeping up to date with the latest social media trends.

What we offer

An opportunity to work at a fast-growing agency where you can have genuine responsibility and if you chose, autonomy to create new products and services that are aligned with the evolution of the communications industry and changing client needs.

At Sandpiper, we also offer a collaborative and stimulating work environment as well as attractive remuneration and benefits.

If you want to work for the agency of the future, not the past; are bored doing the same thing every day and want to have more influence over your career – then come and join us! Send your CV and cover letter to careers@sandpipercomms.com