Automotive Content Manager

Bayut | dubizzle; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive platform in the UAE is searching for an Automotive Content Manager to develop and oversee their content strategy for the new car business. This role demands expertise in multimedia content production and social media management. Candidates should have over 5 years of automotive content experience and strong team leadership abilities. The position involves managing a diverse team while implementing strategies that drive audience engagement and enhance brand presence across digital platforms. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Tax-free Salary

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Annual Air Ticket Allowance

Employee discounts at multiple vendors

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in automotive content management and production.
• 2+ years of experience in people management.
• Strong knowledge of new car prices and specifications in the GCC.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a multi-channel content strategy.
• Oversee production of new car content.
• Manage presence across major social platforms.
• Leverage advanced analytics to monitor KPIs.

Skills

Automotive content management

Social media strategy

SEO content strategies

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or communications

Job description

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

Job Overview

As the Automotive Content Manager, you will own the end-to-end content strategy for our new car business, aligning editorial output with broader company goals. The position oversees a comprehensive multimedia roadmap covering vehicle pricing and specifications, daily automotive news, and in-depth car reviews across written content and video/YouTube platforms. The role is primarily focused on the DriveArabia brand, with some contributions for dubizzle. Beyond production, the position plays a key role in elevating our digital identity by driving audience growth on social media and establishing thought leadership among industry peers on LinkedIn. This role involves leading a dedicated content team and working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality content that engages diverse automotive audiences while generating measurable business impact.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive multi-channel content strategy (Web, YouTube, Social) that drives audience growth, engagement, and measurable revenue.
• Oversee the end-to-end production of new car content—including vehicle specs, pricing, editorial news, and video reviews—ensuring a consistent voice and high visual quality of content.
• Establish and enforce high visual and editorial standards for all output; serve as the final sign-off for key content pieces to ensure accuracy, tone, and brand compliance.
• Manage presence across all major social platforms (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.), actively fostering community engagement while building relationships with industry influencers and brand advocates.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a diverse team of writers, videographers, and social media specialists, ensuring effective delegation and a high-performance creative culture.
• Leverage advanced analytics and SEO best practices to monitor KPIs, track competitor trends, and identify market shifts, using these insights to refine editorial direction and report success to stakeholders.
• Act as the guardian of the brand’s online reputation, leading responses to user engagement and ensuring all user-generated content aligns with company values.
• Partner with key internal stakeholders (e.g., customer service, product, sales) to ensure alignment in messaging, manage the company's online reputation, and execute joint initiatives that maximise reach and impact.

Team Culture

A fast paced, high performing team. Multicultural environment with over 60 different nationalities.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Tax-free Salary. Comprehensive Health Insurance. Annual Air Ticket Allowance. Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the emirates. Rewards & Recognitions. Learning & Development opportunities.

Bayut & dubizzle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #UAEdubizzle

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field is a plus.
• 5+ years of proven experience in managing and producing automotive content.
• 2+ years of experience in people management.
• Strong knowledge of new car prices and specs in the GCC.
• Strong knowledge in the social media space and the ability to create impactful and successful content.
• Proficient in producing social media content such as reels, posts, and stories, particularly those related to automotive.
• Basic understanding of SEO content strategies, including headline writing, URL optimisation, and topic selection.
• Strong creative and analytical thinking with a deep understanding of social trends, tools, and emerging platforms.
• Exceptional organisational skills, including the ability to maintain a content calendar.
• Demonstrated ability to grow social media communities and drive engagement.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate across departments.