Public Relations Manager – Arabic Speaker (Kuwait Relocation)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Arabic‑speaking Public Relations Manager to join a diversified holding company in Kuwait. The role will lead corporate communications, stakeholder engagement and strategic relationship management, supporting business growth across local and international markets.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute corporate PR and communication strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, business councils, chambers of commerce, embassies, investors, clients and strategic partners.
• Represent the company at meetings, conferences, exhibitions, networking events and official engagements locally and internationally.
• Manage media relations, including press releases, briefings, interviews and reputation management.
• Lead crisis communication planning and act as the primary contact during critical situations.
• Support investor communications, presentations, corporate messaging and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure consistent corporate messaging and brand representation across all channels.
• Coordinate corporate events, executive speaking engagements and media appearances.
• Support digital PR initiatives in collaboration with the Marketing team.
• Develop internal communication initiatives to enhance employee engagement.
• Identify networking and partnership opportunities to support business development and international expansion.
• Monitor political, regulatory, economic and industry developments and provide strategic recommendations to senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Significant experience in public relations, corporate affairs, government relations or stakeholder management, preferably within a holding company, diversified group or large multinational.
• Proven track record of building relationships with government authorities, investors, business leaders, media and strategic partners.
• Experience supporting market expansion, business development or international growth initiatives is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong media relations and crisis communication experience.
• Excellent organisational and project‑management abilities with the capacity to handle multiple priorities.

Required skills