Senior Marketing Manager – Arabic Speaking

Job description / Role

A new role exists with a very large local enterprise company that has made some revolutionary changes to the Dubai landscape and is now in a position to hire a Senior Marketing manager for a brand new project/concept being rolled out over the next few years.

Managing a team of 4 people and reporting to the Managing Director, you will be a hands-on marketer with a key focus on branding, Communications, media relations and PR.

With experience of running a marketing team, you will be a strategic thinker who can operate effectively at a senior level. The senior marketing manager will set the marketing direction for the project short and long term, develop marketing programmes across the appropriate marketing mix -- advertising, direct marketing, internet, digital marketing, events, public relations, sales support etc. You will have strong marketing communications skills and experience of delivering brand building marketing campaigns in a multi-channel environment. Also you will have some understanding of digital marketing platforms and experience in direct marketing targeting the correct customers.

Finally the emphasis on a sales driven marketer is essential in the early stages of the project and you are not afraid of rolling up your sleeves to deliver under high pressure and strict deadlines and working closely with the key stakeholders.

Experience and knowledge of the retail, luxury, culture combined with real estate marketing is also desirable.

Requirements

Degree educated, preferable in a marketing/communications
Arabic speaking ONLY to be considered
A minimum of 3 years work experience in the Middle East.
At least 10 years marketing experience, of which 3 managing a team in a senior position
Track record of ATL,BTL strategies across many channels delivering best in class campaigns
Good existing contacts within the local media
Strong communicator and team player
Can influence at all levels
Is a creative thinker with ability to WOW.

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. Its all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

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