Global Marketing & Events Leader - Sustainability

Hanson Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search is seeking an experienced Head of Marketing and Events to lead its brand, campaigns and international events programme for a high-profile global sustainability initiative.

You will develop and deliver integrated marketing, brand, and events strategies aligned with the mission and global ambitions, building reputation, attracting audiences and sharing stories of sustainability innovators.

This role offers a unique chance to shape a growing function within a purpose-led organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong marketing, branding and event management experience.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing agencies, suppliers and complex budgets.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial and hands-on leadership style.
• The resilience to work at pace within a high-profile environment.
• A genuine interest in sustainability and global impact.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering high‑impact marketing campaigns.
• Strengthening the organisation’s international brand and reputation.
• Leading the planning and delivery of major global, regional and UAE events.
• Managing the annual marketing and events calendar.
• Overseeing brand identity, positioning and guidelines.
• Managing agencies, suppliers, consultants and strategic partners.
• Monitoring campaign and event performance and using insights to improve results.
• Leading and developing a growing marketing and events team.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Brand management

Event management

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Agency management

Leadership

Job description

Hanson Search is seeking an experienced Head of Marketing and Events to lead its brand, campaigns and international events programme for a high-profile global sustainability initiative.

You will develop and deliver integrated marketing, brand, and events strategies aligned with the mission and global ambitions, building reputation, attracting audiences and sharing stories of sustainability innovators.

This role offers a unique chance to shape a growing function within a purpose-led organisation.