Corporate Communications Recruitment in Abu Dhabi | Hanson Search

Your Trusted Recruitment Partner for Corporate Communications and Corporate Affairs Talent in the GCC

Hanson Search is a globally recognised executive search, recruitment, and talent advisory consultancy specialising in Corporate Communications and Corporate Affairs recruitment in Abu Dhabi. With over 20 years of experience in the region, we have a deep understanding of the UAE’s market dynamics and operate under an ADGM licence, underscoring our commitment to the local market.

Our operations in the GCC are led by Alice Weightman, our CEO and Head of GCC, who brings over two decades of expertise in recruiting top-tier communications professionals. Alice’s extensive industry knowledge and strategic insight enable us to deliver talent that aligns with your organisational goals in this high-growth region.

Why Partner with Hanson Search for Corporate Communications Recruitment in Abu Dhabi?

At Hanson Search, we leverage both our global network and local expertise to help businesses across key sectors secure exceptional talent. We work closely with clients to understand their needs and long-term goals, using our extensive contact base and in-depth market knowledge to deliver outstanding candidates faster than our competitors. Our Process. 

Our team has cultivated strong relationships with leading organisations across Abu Dhabi, helping them meet business-critical communications needs to manage reputation, drive revenue, and mitigate risk. As the UAE’s capital and an economic powerhouse, Abu Dhabi is home to thriving industries such as energy, financial services, aerospace, construction, real estate, healthcare, media, and sports.

Our dedicated consultants provide sector-specific knowledge and recruitment expertise. Our candidates are skilled in shaping impactful communication strategies, managing media relations, and fostering stakeholder engagement, ensuring they meet the complex demands of today’s corporate communications roles.

Our Expertise in Corporate Communications and Corporate Affairs Roles

Our Abu Dhabi-based team specialises in placing professionals in a wide range of roles, including:

  • Corporate Communications: Public Relations, Media Relations, Crisis Management, Internal Communications, and Stakeholder Engagement.
  • Corporate Affairs: Government Relations, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Political Risk Analysis.
  • Sustainability Communications: With a focus on energy and environmental sectors.
  • Financial Communications: Investor Relations, Corporate Reporting, and Communications Strategy.
  • Internal Communications: Professionals adept at driving employee engagement and internal cohesion.

Corporate Communications Roles We Recruit For

  • Chief Communications Officer (CCO)
  • Director of Corporate Communications
  • Public Relations Manager / Media Relations Director
  • Crisis Communications Specialist
  • Head of Government Relations
  • Director of Public Affairs
  • Stakeholder Relations Director
  • Regulatory Affairs Manager
  • Policy Advisor
  • Political Risk Analyst
  • Events Director

Contact Us for Your Next Corporate Communications Hire

If you are seeking to hire exceptional corporate communications talent or need guidance on building a communications team in Abu Dhabi, contact our specialist team at Hanson Search today. With over 20 years in the region and leadership under Alice Weightman, we’re here to help you drive your organisation’s success in this pivotal market.

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Our Experts

Our team possesses a unique blend of industry expertise, advanced recruitment acumen, and professional assessment skills on a global scale. With an in-depth understanding of the market, we are perfectly positioned to help you hire the best talent that you need

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    Alice Weightman

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    Janie Emmerson

    Janie Emmerson: Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their...
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    Nils Gerardin: Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level...
  • Managing Partner, MENA

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  • Partner, European Head of Public Affairs and Communications

    Barbara Ozanon

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  • Managing Consultant, Public Affairs & Policy, UK & USA

    Peter Ferguson

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    Sam White

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  • Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion

    Robyn Field

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  • Senior Consultant, Head of Digital

    Daisy Hughes

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  • Consultant, MENA

    Lexi Smith-Muller

    Lexi Smith-Muller: Lexi has over 10 years’ experience of recruitment & talent acquisition, and over 6 years’ experience working in...
  • Principal Consultant, Communications & Marketing

    Helena Ranger

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  • Advisor

    Nicholas Watkins

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    Allyson Kurian

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  • Senior Consultant, Communications, Europe

    Camille Chevallier

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  • Business Support

    Mirjana R.Dejanovska

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    Katie Cubbon

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  • Researcher

    Arlena Butt

    Arlena Butt: Arlena is a valued researcher at Hanson Search, supporting the team across Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Health and...
  • Researcher

    Kristina Ugrin

    Kristina Ugrin: With more than 10 years’ experience in the UAE and Europe, in recruitment consultancy, event management and in-house...
  • Partner, Global Head of Sustainability

    Johnny Goldsmith

    Johnny Goldsmith: Johnny leads the global Sustainability & ESG practice at Hanson Search. He has over 8 years’ experience in...
  • Senior Consultant, Corporate & Financial Communications, UK & USA

    Rachel L’Estrange

    Rachel L’Estrange: After spending six years in Corporate PR and Marketing, Rachel made the move into recruiting for the industry...
  • Business Support

    Ivana Stevanovska

    Ivana Stevanovska: Ivana is Community and Marketing Executive at our sister company, The Work Crowd. As well as being highly...
  • Head of Interim Communications

    Ben Mitchell

    Ben Mitchell: Head of Interim Communications Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and our...
  • Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment Services

    Madeleine Weightman

    Madeleine Weightman: Madeleine is Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment and co-Founder of The Work Crowd, the sister company...

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