Creative Writer Manager

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Description

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients
and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting
relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do.
We 're a network of firms in ‎158 countries with more than ‎236,000 people who
are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance,
tax and advisory services.
Established in the region for ‎40 years, PwC Middle East employs over ‎4,200
people across ‎12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and
breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across
the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the
challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and
beyond.
Line of Service
Internal Firm Services
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
IFS - Clients & Markets
Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
A career in Marketing & Communications, within Internal Firm Services, will
provide you with the exciting opportunity to focus on positioning a
distinctive PwC brand in the marketplace and drive long term revenue growth
for the Firm. You'll support the writing and editing process for thought
leadership, sector specific leadership agendas, client experiences and other
marketing initiatives.
To really stand out and be future ready in a constantly changing world, each
and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader
at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our
global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of
expectations across our lines of service, geographies and career paths, and
provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful
and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Manager, you'll work as part of a community of solvers , to help
identify and solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You
will demonstrate intimate abilities and/or a proven record of success as a
manager in the following areas:
Strategic content creation
* Concepting, writing and editing content that mirrors PwC 's tone of voice and house writing style for digital and innovative formats (client stories, thought leadership, campaigns, ads, websites, newsletters, video scripts, etc);
* Establishing a distinctive vision for each piece of content, and then providing editorial consultation and support to deliver on that vision;
* Leading and producing guidelines that contribute to repeatable and scalable high quality content;
* Driving new ways of thinking and sharing content by collaborating with marketing leaders to drive an integrated omni-channel experience across written and multimedia channels;
* Working with creative teams to bring multimedia content strategies to life through development of creatives and visuals;
* Understanding what makes multimedia content effective in marketing and sales channels such as search engine optimisation, review campaign performance metrics, innovate on creative content and data visualisation;
* Working with the marketing and external communications teams to publish high-quality content that meets the firm's independence, risk management, legal, and ethics standards;
* Contributing to digital format innovation efforts and developing overarching content strategies that maximize the value of content by, e.g., adapting it to different channels;
* Making effective use of data visualisation and making smart digital use of archival pieces;

Research
* Conducting or requesting additional research to fill gaps in authors ' thinking, and identifying linkages between research findings to help develop a distinctive point of view when necessary
* Interviewing leaders and cultivating a network of other external thought leaders whose ideas can help extend PwC 's narrative on critical topics, and developing content with them;
Stakeholder and project management
* Managing agency and external third party supplier relationships effectively (e.g. content writer suppliers);
* Collaborating effectively with internal and external content writers and editors to develop content in line with the broader global content agenda;
* Building and managing relationships with senior leaders across the PwC network, acting as a partner in content development, and confidently conducting difficult conversations to jointly reach productive outcomes;
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and managing workload in order to serve a diverse stakeholder group across a complex and matrix organisation;
You will have
* Strong editorial skills in non-traditional formats and channels
* Effective communication and creative thinking skills
* Solid understanding of today 's business, industry, geopolitical, and management trends and issues
* Demonstrates flexibility when priorities change
* Ability to work independently and build collaborative working relationships across multiple teams and subject matter experts
* Laser focus proof-reading skills with sharp eye and attention to detail
* Consistently meets and exceeds deadlines in a fast paced environment
PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level
include but are not limited to:
* Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
* Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
* Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
* Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
* Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.
* Contribute technical knowledge in the area(s) of specialism.
* Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
* Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
* Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
* Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Job Requirements and Preferences
:
* Minimum Degree Required : Bachelors Degree
* Degree Preferred : Bachelor Degree in English, Journalism or Media and Communications.
* If your degree is not in English, Journalism or Media and Communications, a formal writing qualification either via a recognised industry body such as the National Council for the Training of Journalists (UK/online) - or to be able to demonstrate that you have acquired relevant University-accredited writing courses - would be beneficial.
* Arabic speaking advantageous
* Minimum Years of Experience : ‎6 year(s)
Education
(if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications
(if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Desired Languages
(If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to ‎20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
Yes
Job Posting End Date

Job ID: 345858WD
Industry: Not Applicable
Service: Internal Firm Services
Grade: Manager
Location: Dubai
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