Summary
webook.com is hiring a Communications Lead in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to build and lead its internal and external communications function. The role covers employee communications, leadership updates, company-wide announcements, investor and partner communications, and support for executive materials. The lead will establish communications guidelines, calendars, templates, and approval workflows, and advise senior leaders during periods of change. Applicants should have at least 6 years of relevant experience and strong writing, editing, storytelling, and cross-functional communication skills.
The posting
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Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?
If yes, then this is the job you're looking for ,webook.com is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platforms in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion sales.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Communications Lead to build and drive our internal and external communications function during a transformative phase of our growth. You will play a central role in ensuring consistency, clarity, and impact across all communications channels.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Communications:
- Develop and execute internal communications strategies to keep employees informed, aligned, and engaged across regions.
- Partner with People, Leadership, and Office Teams to communicate company priorities, culture initiatives, organizational changes, and leadership updates.
- Manage all-hands meetings, internal newsletters, Slack/channel comms, and company-wide announcements.
- Support change communications related to acquisition, integration, or global expansion efforts.
External Communications:
- Draft and coordinate communications to investors, partners, government bodies, and media (where appropriate).
- Support the COO and executive team with talking points, thought leadership pieces, and presentation materials.
- Collaborate with Marketing to ensure brand and message consistency across public channels, including website, LinkedIn, and press materials.
- Assist with drafting and editing investor updates, board presentations, and corporate announcements.
Strategic & Operational:
- Establish basic comms infrastructure: tone-of-voice guidelines, comms calendar, templates, and approval workflows.
- Monitor sentiment and feedback to inform communication improvements.
- Act as a trusted advisor and comms partner to senior leadership during periods of change or sensitivity.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, or a similar role in a high-growth, international, or tech environment.
- Proven ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging messaging for different audiences.
- Experience supporting leadership teams with strategic comms or investor/board relations.
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and confidence to work cross-functionally with C-level leaders.
- Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, and design platforms is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-driven approach.
- Adaptable and calm under pressure; experienced in navigating ambiguity and change.
- High emotional intelligence and sound judgment.
- Passionate about culture, communication, and helping people stay informed and connected.