Communications & PR Director, Education Group, Middle East

Join a fast-growing international education group in Dubai in this Communications & PR Director Dubai role, transforming from a UK-focused operator into a global, all-ability education platform backed by Rise Capital’s social impact strategy. With a strengthened UK schools network, ongoing acquisitions in Spain, and rapid expansion across the Middle East, this senior Communications & PR Director Dubai role will lead both internal and external communications, shaping how growth, integration, and change are communicated across multiple GCC schools while ensuring alignment with global standards. Key Responsibilities: Communications, PR & Stakeholder Management Lead all internal and external communications across the Middle East Advise the Regional CEO on strategic messaging and stakeholder positioning Manage regional PR and government affairs agencies Navigate complex stakeholders including parents, teachers, pupils, and regulators Align messaging across newly acquired schools and the wider group platform Support acquisition integration and day-to-day crisis communications Candidate Profile: Senior Communications Leader with Middle East Experience Deep understanding of the Middle East media and communications landscape, including UAE and Saudi Arabia Experienced in high-growth, transformation, or scale-up environments Background in education not required; sectors such as technology, retail, healthcare, or frontline operations valued Arabic advantageous but not essential Pragmatic, agile, and team player, comfortable working at both strategic and execution levels Why Join? Shape Education Communications in a High-Growth Middle East Market This is a rare opportunity to shape the communications and reputation of a rapidly expanding international education platform, influencing internal engagement, external perception, and stakeholder trust across a dynamic Middle East region. If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with  our team , including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below. Hanson Search  is a globally recognised, award-winning talent advisory and headhunting consultancy. Our expertise lies in building successful ventures worldwide through our  recruitment , interim and  executive search  in communications, sustainability, public affairs and policy, digital marketing and sales and commercial. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.  You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policy  here .