Chief Growth & Marketing Officer

HLB HAMT - Audit, Tax, Advisory & Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

HLB HAMT - Audit, Tax, Advisory & Consulting is seeking a Chief Growth & Marketing Officer to lead growth, marketing, and strategic expansion in the UAE and internationally. The role focuses on building high-value client relationships, strengthening brand presence, and driving sustainable revenue across service lines.

The candidate will drive strategic market expansion, oversee campaigns and CRM analytics, and reports to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in Growth, Marketing or Business Development leadership.
• At least 5 years in a senior management/executive role.
• Strong UAE/GCC market knowledge and senior network.
• Experience with professional services, audit, tax, advisory or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead firm-wide growth, business development, brand and marketing strategy.
• Identify high-value opportunities across priority markets and segments.
• Build relationships with C-suite executives and key clients.
• Drive client acquisition, retention and cross-selling across service lines.
• Lead pitches, proposals, tenders and strategic client engagements.
• Oversee campaigns, digital marketing, content and events.
• Develop CRM, analytics, and growth reporting frameworks.
• Collaborate with Partners to create multi-service client solutions.

Skills

Growth strategy

Business development

Brand management

CRM analytics

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Finance

Tools

CRM systems

Marketing automation

Data analytics tools

Job description

HLB HAMT is looking for an accomplished Chief Growth & Marketing Officer (CGMO) to lead the firm’s business growth, business development, brand positioning, marketing, and strategic market expansion. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building HLB HAMT’s market presence, strengthening the brand, developing high-value client relationships, and creating sustainable revenue opportunities across the UAE and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the firm-wide growth, business development, brand, and marketing strategy.
• Identify and convert high-value business opportunities across priority markets and client segments.
• Build and maintain relationships with C-suite executives, multinational companies, family offices, government and government-related entities.
• Drive new client acquisition, strategic accounts, client retention, and cross-selling across HLB HAMT’s service lines.
• Lead major pitches, proposals, tenders, negotiations, and strategic client engagements.
• Develop and strengthen HLB HAMT’s brand positioning, market visibility, thought leadership, and corporate presence.
• Oversee marketing campaigns, digital marketing, content strategy, events, conferences, and external communications in alignment with business objectives.
• Leverage the HLB International network to develop referral opportunities and international business.
• Establish effective CRM, pipeline management, market intelligence, analytics, and growth reporting.
• Lead and develop the Business Development and Marketing teams, driving performance and collaboration.
• Work closely with Partners and Service Heads to develop integrated, multi-service client solutions.
• Identify new markets, partnerships, service opportunities, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Ensure all growth and marketing activities uphold HLB HAMT’s professional, ethical, regulatory, and brand standards.

Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 10-15 years of experience in Business Development, Growth, Commercial Strategy, Marketing, or related leadership roles. At least 5 years in a senior management/executive leadership position. Strong UAE/GCC market knowledge and an established senior-level business network. Proven track record of revenue growth, new client acquisition, strategic account development, and market expansion. Experience in professional services, audit, tax, advisory, consulting, legal, banking, or a related B2B environment. Strong understanding of brand strategy, marketing, digital channels, client acquisition, and commercial growth. Experience working with multinational companies, family offices, government entities, or large corporate groups. Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and executive presence. Experience with CRM, sales analytics, marketing technology, and data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.