Account Manager - Public Relations

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. 

About the Role  

We are looking for a dynamic Account Manager - Public Relations, to manage day-to-day press office operations, nurturing strong media relationships, and identifying strategic media partnership opportunities. The ideal candidate will craft impactful stories, support spokesperson readiness, and drive media coverage around events and campaigns. In addition, they will monitor media performance, analyse outcomes, and provide insights.

What You’ll Do 

• Media Relations: Manage day-to-day press office operations, handle media enquiries, and build strong relationships with local, regional, and international journalists.

• Media Partnerships: Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic media partnerships to enhance visibility through joint content, features, and event collaborations.

• Content Development: Draft press materials, craft compelling stories, and support spokesperson preparation to ensure consistent and engaging messaging.

• Event & Campaign Support: Coordinate media engagement around key events, press conferences, and familiarisation trips, ensuring effective coverage.

• Monitoring & Reporting: Track media coverage, evaluate partnership outcomes, and provide regular performance reports and insights.

What You’ll Need  

• Arabic and English a must

• GCC experience is prefered

• Available in Qatar 

How We’ll Support You 

Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.