We are seeking a high-calibre PMO Lead to support a large-scale, high-profile strategic communications programme within a complex, fast-paced environment. This role sits within a global communications consultancy and will be embedded within a major client organization. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operational delivery of integrated workstreams spanning crisis &amp; issues, media relations, and strategic advisory. &nbsp;&nbsp; Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Lead programme management and coordination across multiple communications workstreams</li> <li>Oversee timelines, deliverables, and reporting, ensuring consistent and high-quality execution</li> <li>Act as the central point for cross-workstream alignment, driving integration and collaboration</li> <li>Track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively</li> <li>Establish and maintain PMO processes, governance, and reporting frameworks</li> <li>Support senior stakeholders with clear updates, planning, and performance tracking</li> </ul> &nbsp;&nbsp; Key Requirements <ul> <li>Proven experience in PMO, programme management, or operations, ideally within communications, consulting, or agency environments</li> <li>Strong ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously</li> <li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working with senior leadership teams</li> <li>Highly organized, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused</li> <li>Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-pressure environments</li> <li>Experience in the Middle East is a strong advantage</li> </ul> &nbsp; <div> <div>Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.</div> </div>

Programme Lead - Strategic Communications

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Management Consultant with expertise in digital and customer strategy to join our client's team. &nbsp;&nbsp; In this role, you will leverage your experience to help organizations navigate their digital transformation journeys and enhance customer engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for driving impactful change. &nbsp;&nbsp; Key Responsibilities <ul> <li> Client Engagement. Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges and opportunities in the context of digital transformation and customer experience.</li> <li>Strategy Development.&nbsp;Develop and implement comprehensive digital and customer strategies that align with clients' business objectives and enhance customer value.</li> <li>Market Analysis.&nbsp;Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, insights, and best practices in digital and customer engagement.</li> <li>Solution Design.&nbsp;Design and recommend innovative solutions that improve customer journeys, leveraging technology and data analytics.</li> <li>Project Management.&nbsp;Lead and manage consulting projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and alignment with client expectations.</li> <li>Stakeholder Communication.&nbsp;Communicate effectively with stakeholders, presenting findings, recommendations, and progress updates clearly and persuasively.</li> <li>Performance Measurement.&nbsp;Establish KPIs and metrics to evaluate the success of digital strategies and customer initiatives, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.</li> <li>Collaboration.&nbsp;Work closely with cross-functional teams, including technology, marketing, and operations, to ensure integrated solutions are developed and delivered.</li> <li>Thought Leadership.&nbsp;Contribute to the firm&rsquo;s knowledge base by sharing insights, developing frameworks, and participating in practice development activities.</li> </ul> Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.

Management Consultant

We are supporting a leading communications firm in Saudi Arabia on the appointment of a senior communications leader with strong experience across corporate or financial, and/or government communications. &nbsp;&nbsp; This is a high-impact role for a seasoned professional who can operate at senior leadership level, manage complex stakeholder environments, and deliver clear, credible communications in a fast-paced and highly visible setting. &nbsp;&nbsp; Role Overview As Director &ndash; Strategic Communications, you will lead and deliver strategic communications programmes that support reputation, trust, and organisational objectives. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing counsel on messaging, positioning, and engagement across a range of audiences. The role requires sound judgement, discretion, and confidence navigating sensitive and high-stakes communications. &nbsp;&nbsp; Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Develop and execute integrated communications strategies aligned to business and public-sector priorities</li> <li>Advise senior leaders on corporate, financial, and government communications matters</li> <li>Shape narratives around strategy, performance, policy, and transformation initiatives</li> <li>Lead executive and leadership communications, including speeches, statements, and messaging</li> <li>Manage media relations, issues management, and crisis communications when required</li> <li>Oversee stakeholder engagement across government, regulators, investors, and the public</li> <li>Ensure message consistency across internal and external communications channels</li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality outputs</li> </ul> &nbsp;&nbsp; Ideal Candidate Profile <ul> <li>Mid to senior Director-level experience in strategic communications</li> <li>Background in corporate, financial, or government communications (or a combination)</li> <li>Experience operating in complex, highly regulated, or high-visibility environments</li> <li>Strong advisory skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li> <li>Excellent writing, messaging, and narrative development capabilities</li> <li>Comfortable managing sensitive topics with discretion and authority</li> <li>Experience in Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East is strongly preferred</li> </ul> Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.

Strategic Communications Lead

We are partnering with a high-performing, well-established organization that is continuing to expand its footprint and strengthen its leadership team. This confidential search is for a key hire who will play a pivotal role in driving growth, performance, and long-term success across the business. The organization operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is known for its strong market reputation, innovative mindset, and commitment to excellence. This role offers the opportunity to step into a position with real influence, visibility, and ownership. &nbsp; The Role As Chief Revenue Officer, you will be responsible for shaping strategy and executing initiatives that directly impact business outcomes. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, collaborate across multiple functions, and help translate ambitious goals into measurable results. This is a role for someone who thrives on accountability, leadership, and delivering impact. &nbsp; Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Define and execute strategic plans aligned with overall business objectives</li> <li>Drive performance, growth, and efficiency within your area of responsibility</li> <li>Partner with senior leadership to support decision-making and execution</li> <li>Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and delivery</li> <li>Monitor KPIs, analyze performance data, and translate insights into action</li> <li>Build, coach, and develop high-performing teams (where applicable)</li> <li>Identify opportunities for innovation, optimization, and scalability</li> </ul> &nbsp; Ideal Candidate Profile <ul> <li>Demonstrated experience in a similar role within a relevant industry</li> <li>Strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset</li> <li>Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on when needed</li> <li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li> <li>Comfortable working in high-growth, evolving environments</li> <li>Experience working with regional or international markets is a plus</li> </ul> Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.

Chief Revenue Officer

A leading independent media consultancy in the MENA region is seeking a General Manager &ndash; Saudi Arabia to lead and scale its KSA operations. With an established regional footprint and a growing presence in Riyadh, this is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially driven market builder who can own performance today while preparing the business for future growth. The Role As General Manager &ndash; Saudi Arabia, you will lead the Saudi business end-to-end, with full responsibility for growth, profitability, client relationships, and team leadership. You will act as the senior representative of the business in the Kingdom, while executing regional strategy, standards, and governance. &nbsp;&nbsp; This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who combines strategic thinking with strong execution. &nbsp;&nbsp; Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Full ownership of the Saudi P&amp;L (revenue, margins, and growth targets)</li> <li>Lead and expand senior client relationships across the Kingdom</li> <li>Drive new business development and pipeline conversion</li> <li>Build, lead, and develop the Saudi team</li> <li>Ensure high-quality delivery across all media consultancy services</li> <li>Implement company tools, methodologies, and best practices</li> <li>Ensure compliance with Saudi labor law, Saudization requirements, and governance</li> <li>Act as the senior face of the business in the Saudi market&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Saudi national, aged 35+</li> <li>8+ years&rsquo; experience in media, advertising, marketing, or business consultancy</li> <li>Proven senior leadership experience in Saudi Arabia</li> <li>Strong commercial acumen with hands-on P&amp;L ownership</li> <li>Credible senior client-facing presence (CMO / CEO level)</li> <li>Strategic mindset with strong execution capability</li> <li>High integrity, structured, and performance-driven</li> </ul> Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.

General Manager (Media Consultancy)

We are partnering with a leading global communications consultancy to appoint a Director &mdash; Issues &amp; Crisis Management based in Dammam, KSA. This is a senior advisory role supporting high-profile regional and international clients on business-critical mandates, reputation risk, and complex stakeholder environments. The Director will play a central role in anticipating, managing, and responding to reputational, regulatory, and operational issues &mdash; providing strategic counsel to C-suite leaders and government stakeholders across sensitive, fast-moving situations. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Lead end-to-end issues and crisis management mandates for major corporate and government clients</li> <li>Advise senior executives on reputation risk, crisis preparedness, and response strategy</li> <li>Develop scenario planning frameworks, holding statements, Q&amp;A, and escalation protocols</li> <li>Direct rapid-response media strategy and stakeholder communications during live issues</li> <li>Provide counsel on geopolitical, regulatory, and policy-driven developments impacting clients</li> <li>Manage cross-market teams and coordinate with legal, compliance, and public affairs advisors</li> <li>Support business development through crisis audits, risk assessments, and client proposals</li> </ul> &nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications: <ul> <li>10&ndash;15+ years&rsquo; experience in issues management, crisis communications, or strategic advisory</li> <li>Background in a global agency, advisory firm, government entity, or in-house corporate affairs team</li> <li>Proven experience handling high-stakes, reputation-critical situations</li> <li>Strong understanding of the Saudi / GCC media, regulatory, and stakeholder landscape</li> <li>Exceptional executive presence and stakeholder management skills</li> <li>Experience advising C-suite and government stakeholders is essential</li> <li>Arabic language capability is advantageous but not mandatory</li> </ul> Please note that MCG Talent can only respond to those candidates that we feel meet the criteria laid out by our client.

Director - Issues & Crisis Management

Even experienced professionals can get jittery before interviews, but there&rsquo;s a simple way to calm those nerves: preparation. No matter how many interviews you've been through, personalising your approach for each one increases your chances of landing the job. The journey to interview success doesn't start in the interview room or in a virtual call; it begins way before that. Here are some straightforward tips to help you get ready.
Research the company:&nbsp;Before your interview do a deep dive into the company. Having a comprehensive understanding of the company not only boosts your confidence in answering questions about your interest in the role, but also positions you as a well-prepared candidate. Social media channels are a great way to get insights on the most current projects the company are working on, also check out the company&rsquo;s website or do a Google search to see if they have recently featured in any news articles.
Align your CV with the job description:&nbsp;Looking for ways your CV aligns with the job description is a strategic move that will help you feel prepared going into your interview. Demonstrating this alignment through specific examples not only bolsters your credibility but also presents a strong case for your suitability for the role. If, for instance, the job description shows that budget management is a key responsibility, be ready to provide an example of how you have successfully overseen budgets in previous roles. These type of tangible demonstrations of your capabilities showcases your ability to fulfill the role's requirements
Prepare some questions:&nbsp;This one is really crucial, you should aim to prepare 5-10 questions to ask at your interview. To account for the possibility of your prepared questions being addressed during the interview, it's wise to have a diverse selection of questions at the ready. The quality and depth of the questions you ask serve as a direct reflection of your enthusiasm, eagerness, and perceptiveness, so take some time to prepare some thoughtful questions.
Research the interviewer:&nbsp;Attempt to find out who your interviewers are in advance. The interview invitation email might contain this detail. Use LinkedIn and the 'About Us' section on the company's website to delve into their professional backgrounds. This can help you to establish a connection with the interviewers.
Have your answers ready for the common questions:&nbsp;Some of the most common questions you get asked at an interview are sometimes the most difficult to answer. You should prepare in advance to answer questions like &ndash; &lsquo;why do you want to work for this company?&rsquo;, &lsquo;what are your salary expectations?&rsquo; and &lsquo;why are you looking for a new role?&rsquo; Preparing for common interview questions will help you feel more ready to showcase your best self. &nbsp;
Plan for your interview environment:&nbsp;For virtual interviews, ensure familiarity with the required technology and pre-download any necessary tools, find a quiet and comfortable place to do the interview from. For in-person meetings, plan your route and navigation to evade unnecessary stress on the interview day. Though seemingly straightforward, neglecting these preparations can lead to an anxious interview experience.
Remember, even pros can feel nervous before interviews. But you can turn that around with preparation. Tailor your approach for each interview to give yourself the best chance of success. The journey to success starts before the interview&mdash;try these six tips for your best shot. You've got this!

6 tips to help you prepare for your next interview

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As we enter the second half of the year, Adam Michael Toctan, Co-Founder of MCG Talent, and Dean Stallard, Head of Talent at MANTRA &amp; Founding Partner of Dean James Rec2Rec explore the key developments in the Asian talent landscape so far and what to expect for the rest of the year.
This webinar digs into which jobs are most in demand, what&rsquo;s influencing job markets in different markets and industries, and is targeted to HR professionals, recruitment specialists, business leaders, or even candidates looking to get a feel of recruitment across the APAC market.
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The key topics include:
- How job flow has been like so far this year, and our predictions for the rest of 2024
- How to stand out as a business/candidate and what candidates/businesses are looking for.
- Success stories and lessons learned from real-world recruitment experiences.
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00:00 - 3:32 - Intro
3:32 - 24:35 - Market Overview
24:35 - 31:05 - Standing Out as a Business
31:06 - 49:24 - Candidate Tips
49:26 - 50:26 - Summary
50:27 - 1:21:37 - Q&amp;A
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If you would like to discuss how MCG Talent can help you find the best talent, <a href="https://www.mcgtalent.io/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contact us today!</a>
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