Account Executive – Social Media (Agency)

About the role

We are looking for a talented and highly organized Account Executive – Social Media to join our dynamic marketing agency. The role will manage day‑to‑day client relationships, coordinate internal teams and implement social media and digital content strategies across multiple platforms. Experience with government or public‑sector accounts in the UAE and a strong understanding of local culture and communication standards are essential.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily client communication and act as primary contact for assigned accounts.
• Coordinate government and public‑sector accounts, ensuring content complies with required standards, protocols and sensitivities.
• Maintain clear communication between clients, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular client meetings, prepare minutes and follow up on agreed actions.
• Develop and implement social media strategies on Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn and other relevant platforms.
• Review and quality‑check all content, copy and visual assets before client submission and publishing.
• Generate creative ideas, campaign concepts, storyboards and scripts.
• Stay up‑to‑date with social media trends, platform developments and emerging digital opportunities.
• Evaluate content and campaign performance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Manage content calendars, publishing schedules and community engagement.
• Collaborate closely with creative, design, production, media and strategy teams.
• Ensure content is culturally relevant for UAE and regional audiences, respecting local traditions, national occasions and government protocols.
• Support preparation of strategies, creative concepts and technical submissions for government and corporate bids/tenders.
• Manage multiple projects, stakeholders and deadlines simultaneously.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 + years experience in social media, digital marketing, content or account management.
• Previous experience in a marketing agency; experience handling UAE government, semi‑government or public‑sector clients strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of UAE culture, government communication protocols, local sensitivities and the regional social media landscape.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and coordinate multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field.

Required skills

• Good understanding of major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn).
• Familiarity with digital marketing channels and social media management tools.
• Strong copywriting, editing and storytelling abilities.