PR / External Communications Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a PR / External Communications Manager based in the United Arab Emirates to enhance and protect the public image of a diverse range of global digital products. This fully remote role blends strategic communication planning with hands-on content creation, media relations, and reputation management to elevate brand awareness and visibility across channels. Interaction with marketing, SEO, legal teams, agencies, and partners in an international setting is integral.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement PR and external communication strategies that boost product reputation and align with marketing goals.
• Create innovative, potentially viral PR campaigns from concept through delivery and evaluation.
• Manage online reputation using paid placements, Search Engine Reputation Management (SERM), and branded search oversight.
• Produce and supervise high-quality communication materials including press releases, articles, SEO content, thought leadership, and executive messaging.
• Manage user reviews to foster a positive online brand image.
• Coordinate efforts with external vendors, PR agencies, freelancers, and other partners to ensure consistent project execution.
• Support executive public profile building by preparing communication assets and identifying media opportunities.
• Assist with communications planning for events and crisis situations.
• Collaborate internally with Marketing, SEO, Legal, and other stakeholders on reputation and brand protection initiatives.
• Contribute to crisis communications and issue management to safeguard brand reputation and ensure timely messaging.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Professional experience in PR, external or corporate communications, reputation management, or a related domain.
• Exceptional writing and editing abilities adaptable for varied audiences and channels.
• In-depth knowledge of Search Engine Reputation Management and digital reputation strategies.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and capability to generate content supporting organic search performance.
• Demonstrated success in planning PR campaigns with measurable brand impact.
• Basic to advanced understanding of crisis communications; prior practical experience is advantageous.
• Strong project management skills to juggle multiple initiatives and partners effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Creativity, strategic insight, and meticulous attention to detail to identify and develop compelling narratives.
• Ability to work independently within a fully remote, international team environment.

Benefits and Additional Details

• Remote full-time position offering flexible work location.
• Competitive salary details shared during recruitment.
• 28 calendar days of annual leave plus 7 wellness days for personal matters or recovery.
• Referral bonuses up to $5,000 for successful candidate recommendations.
• Up to 50% reimbursement for professional development such as training or international conferences.
• Corporate discounts on English language tuition.
• Health support up to $1,000 gross annually for those without corporate medical insurance, usable for private plans or medical expenses for employees and close relatives.
• Workplace equipment and setup support valued up to $1,000 every three years or coworking/home office expense reimbursement.
• Participation in an internal reward program granting bonuses redeemable for merchandise, team-building events, and wellness activities.