Project Manager – Corporate Communications (Saudi National)

About the role

Burson, a global communications leader within the WPP network, is seeking a driven and experienced Project Manager to join its Corporate Communications team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is central to driving operational excellence and seamless delivery of complex communications projects for clients.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operational anchor across a portfolio of corporate communications accounts, managing timelines, budgets and deliverables.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of complex communications projects, establishing clear project plans, milestones and scope guidelines.
• Coordinate cross‑functional account teams, specialist units and external vendors to streamline workflows and track progress.
• Monitor resource allocation, anticipate bottlenecks, manage risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Facilitate structured communication between internal teams and client stakeholders, ensuring transparency on milestones and status updates.
• Support account leaders in budget tracking, financial reporting and scope management to ensure project profitability.

Required profile

• Proven track record in project management within a PR, strategic communications or creative agency environment.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of progressive experience in communications project management or integrated account operations.
• Deep operational understanding of corporate communications, media relations campaigns, content production and event execution workflows.
• Exceptional organizational and process‑driven skills with mastery of project management tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage scope creep and align diverse stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in resource planning, budget tracking and third‑party vendor management.
• Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.

Required skills

• Timeline management
• Project management
• Media relations
• Third‑party vendor management
• Event execution
• Content production
• Project management tools and methodologies
• Resource allocation
• Financial reporting
• Cross‑functional coordination
• Budget tracking
• Resource planning
• Scope management