Director of Marketing

Accor; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a senior marketing leader in Dubai to develop and implement strategies that elevate brand awareness and drive revenue across luxury hospitality businesses. You will lead annual plans, oversee digital and PR efforts, and collaborate with Sales, Revenue, and F&B teams to maximize opportunities.

The role requires 7–10 years of marketing experience, including 3–5 years in leadership, with strong Digital Marketing and Brand Management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• 7–10 years of marketing experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Experience in marketing strategies, brand management, and digital campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing, social media, public relations, and market trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, drive revenue, and deliver measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
• Lead annual marketing plans, campaigns, and promotional activities.
• Oversee digital marketing, social media, public relations, and advertising.
• Ensure consistent brand positioning and compliance with hotel brand standards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Revenue, and F&B teams to maximize business opportunities.
• Manage marketing budgets and ensure effective return on investment.
• Build strong relationships with media, influencers, agencies, and business partners.
• Identify market trends, competitor activities, and new marketing opportunities.
• Plan and execute marketing initiatives for hotel outlets, events, and special promotions.
• Monitor marketing performance and prepare reports for senior management.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the marketing team to achieve departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Digital marketing

Social media

Public relations

Brand management

Marketing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Related field

Job description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

Develop and implement marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness and drive revenue growth.

Lead annual marketing plans, campaigns, and promotional activities.

Oversee digital marketing, social media, public relations, and advertising.

Ensure consistent brand positioning and compliance with hotel brand standards.

Collaborate with Sales, Revenue, and F&B teams to maximize business opportunities.

Manage marketing budgets and ensure effective return on investment.

Build strong relationships with media, influencers, agencies, and business partners.

Identify market trends, competitor activities, and new marketing opportunities.

Plan and execute marketing initiatives for hotel outlets, events, and special promotions.

Monitor marketing performance and prepare reports for senior management.

Lead, motivate, and develop the marketing team to achieve departmental goals.

Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.

Minimum 7–10 years of marketing experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.

Proven experience in marketing strategies, brand management, and digital campaigns.

Strong knowledge of digital marketing, social media, public relations, and market trends.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to manage budgets, drive revenue, and deliver measurable results.

Creative, commercially driven, and results-oriented.

Knowledge of the UAE luxury hospitality market is an advantage.