Director - Marketing and Communications - Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab

Jumeirah Group - Other locations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality group is seeking a Director of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute a strategic marketing plan that drives growth and brand visibility. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in luxury hospitality marketing, proven leadership skills in managing diverse teams, and expertise in digital marketing and media relations. Comprehensive benefits include competitive tax-free salary, healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Access to Learning & Development programmes

Colleague discounts on food and hotel stays

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in ultra-luxury hospitality marketing and communications.
• Proven leadership capabilities managing teams of 10+ professionals.
• In-depth understanding of local and international media landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a strategic Marketing & Communications plan.
• Oversee and optimize the marketing budget.
• Lead a high-performing team and agency network.

Skills

Digital marketing

Media relations

Leadership

Brand growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Job description

AboutJumeirah

Jumeirah,agloballeaderinluxuryhospitalityandamemberofDubaiHolding,operatesaportfolioof31exceptionalpropertiesacross13countriesintheMiddleEast,Europe,Asia,andAfrica.In1999,JumeirahchangedthefaceofluxuryhospitalitywiththeopeningoftheiconicJumeirahBurjAlArabandsincethenthebrandhasbecomeknownforitsdistinguishedbeachfrontresorts,esteemedcityhotels,andexclusivebrandedresidences.JumeirahissynonymouswithArabianluxuryhospitalityandtheabilitytocraftdistinctive,purposefulexperiencesfortheworld’smostdiscerningtravellers.

AboutJumeirahMarsaAlArab:

NestledatthetipofapeninsulaattheheartofDubai’smostexclusiveprivatebeach,JumeirahMarsaAlArabisthecity’snewestluxurylifestyledestinationfeaturingaresort,exclusiveresidences,an82-berthsuperyachtmarina,astate-of-the-artspaandfitnesscentreandawiderangeofcurateddiningexperiences.Withitsavant-gardesuperyachtinspireddesign,JumeirahMarsaAlArabcompletesthenauticaltrilogyalongsidethewave-shapedJumeirahBeachHotelandtheiconicsail-inspiredJumeirahBurjAlArab.

AbouttheJob:

AnopportunityhasarisenforaDirector-MarketingandCommunicationstojoinJumeirahMarsaAlArab.Themaindutiesandresponsibilitiesofthisroleinclude:

• Design and execute a strategic annual Marketing & Communications plan that aligns with sales, revenue, and brand objectives, driving growth and global visibility.
• Oversee and optimize the marketing budget, ensuring effective ROI across digital, PR, partnerships, and media initiatives.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing team and agency network — including creative, content, PR, influencers, and media partners — to deliver cohesive, world-class campaigns.
• Champion brand positioning and storytelling, ensuring alignment with Jumeirah’s global standards and the resort’s unique identity.
• Drive integrated, data-informed campaigns across digital, social, CRM, and traditional channels to increase awareness and direct bookings.
• Leverage insights and partnerships to refine strategies, enhance brand impact, and unlock new business opportunities.

Aboutyou:

Theidealcandidateforthispositionwillhavethefollowingexperienceandqualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Audio-Visual Production, or a related field.
• 10 years’ experience in ultra-luxury hospitality marketing and communications, with a strong record of brand growth and market impact.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including managing and developing teams of 10+ professionals across diverse functions.
• Comprehensive expertise in digital marketing, media relations, and budget management to drive performance and ROI.
• In-depth understanding of local and international media landscapes, with established industry relationships.

AbouttheBenefits

AtJumeirah,wearededicatedtofosteringaworkplacewherecolleaguesfeelvalued,supported,andinspiredtogrow.Ourbenefitspackagereflectsthiscommitmentbycombiningrewardingfinancialincentives,comprehensivehealthcare,andopportunitiesforprofessionaldevelopment.

Benefitsinclude:

• Supportiveandinclusiveworkenvironment
• AccesstoLearning&Developmentprogrammesandclearcareerpathways
• Opportunitiesforinternalmobilitywithinourglobalnetwork
• Colleaguediscountsonfood,beverage,andhotelstaysworldwide
• Comprehensivehealthcareandlifeinsurancecoverage
• Paidannualleaveentitlement
• Incentiveprogrammesalignedwithleadershipperformance
• Competitivetax-freesalarypaidinUAEDirhams(AED)