Senior PR Officer

The senior PR officer helps protect and strengthen the organisation’s reputation by coordinating media communication, corporate messages and public-facing content. The role supports communication planning, prepares written materials and works with internal stakeholders to ensure information is accurate, timely and consistent. This position is part of public relations and corporate communications and contributes to reliable, professional day-to-day delivery. The successful candidate will follow established procedures, maintain accurate information and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve agreed standards.

Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities include the following:

• Draft and edit press releases, media statements, corporate announcements and communication materials.
• Coordinate media enquiries, interviews, approvals and follow-up with relevant internal stakeholders.
• Support PR campaigns, events, corporate initiatives and reputation-management activities.
• Monitor media coverage and public feedback, preparing summaries and highlighting potential issues.
• Maintain communication calendars, contact lists, approvals and records of PR activity.

A practical understanding of the function, sound prioritisation and timely escalation will help protect quality, safety, cost and customer commitments.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience in public relations, journalism, communications or corporate affairs is relevant.
• A degree or diploma in communications, public relations, marketing or a related subject is preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing and stakeholder coordination skills are important.
• Candidates should be discreet, responsive and able to manage deadlines and approvals carefully.

Candidates should show relevant experience, learn local procedures quickly and meet any required statutory or professional standards.

Skills and Competencies

The role requires a strong command of written language, news judgement, organisation and relationship building. The ability to simplify complex information and maintain professionalism under time pressure is especially valuable.

Employment Details

Employer: Almarai. Work location: Saudi Arabia. Employment terms, working schedule, compensation and benefits should be confirmed with the employer during recruitment.