Group Chief Marketing Officer

Hanson Search; Dubai; On-site; AED 550,000 - 919,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified investment group in Dubai is looking for a visionary Chief Marketing Officer to shape its global marketing strategy across various sectors such as real estate and AI. This role will involve defining branding, leading marketing campaigns, and mentoring teams to elevate brand presence and drive growth. Significant experience in B2B/B2C markets and proven leadership in high-growth environments are required. Join a new leadership team focused on transformative growth and delivering impactful results.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B and B2C markets.
• Capable of delivering results without heavy reliance on agencies.
• Excellent ability to influence at board and investor level.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the group-wide brand identity.
• Partner with portfolio company CEOs on marketing strategies.
• Lead rebranding process and new corporate website launch.
• Deliver integrated marketing campaigns for various audiences.
• Act as brand guardian for investor, client, and talent goals.
• Build and mentor internal and freelance teams.
• Measure ROI and performance for strategy refinement.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Proven ability to scale businesses

Global experience

Expertise in brand creation

Strong commercial acumen

Stakeholder management skills

Cross-cultural leadership skills

Job description

Chief Marketing Officer Recruitment in Dubai – Diversified Investment Group

Location: Dubai, UAE

Group CMO Role: Lead Brand and Marketing Strategy Across Real Estate, AI, Technology Infrastructure, and Lifestyle

A diversified investment group headquartered in Dubai, with over $3bn in assets under management, is seeking a visionary Group Chief Marketing Officer to define and execute its global marketing and communications strategy. The portfolio spans real estate, artificial intelligence, technology infrastructure, and lifestyle brands, offering a unique opportunity to shape a unified brand presence and deliver long-term commercial impact across dynamic, high-growth sectors.

This newly created role will join the leadership team to elevate portfolio companies, drive brand value, and establish best-in-class marketing foundations.

CMO Responsibilities: Driving Brand and Marketing Strategy

Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the Chief Marketing Officer will:

• Define and own the group-wide brand identity, positioning, and communications strategy

• Partner with portfolio company CEOs to design and execute marketing strategies tailored to each sector and stage of maturity

• Lead the rebranding process and launch of a new corporate website, ensuring brand consistency across the group

• Deliver integrated marketing campaigns across digital, PR, partnerships, and events for both B2B and B2C audiences

• Act as brand guardian, ensuring alignment with investor, client, and talent acquisition goals

• Build and mentor internal and freelance teams of content, design, and communications specialists

• Measure ROI and performance, using insights to refine strategies and accelerate growth

Ideal Candidate Profile for a Group CMO in Dubai

We are seeking an accomplished marketing leader with:

• Senior leadership experience across B2B and B2C markets

• Proven ability to scale businesses in high-growth or early-stage environments across a range of industry sectors

• Global experience across a number of regions: Middle East, Europe and USA ideally

• Expertise in brand creation, positioning, and integrated communications

• A hands-on approach, capable of delivering results without heavy reliance on agencies

• Strong commercial acumen, linking marketing to revenue, investment, and growth

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, confident influencing at board and investor level

• Cross-cultural leadership skills, able to unify and inspire teams across regions

Why Apply for a CMO Role in Dubai?

• Shape the brand and marketing agenda of a multi-billion-dollar investment group

• Work across diverse, high-growth sectors including real estate, AI, technology infrastructure, and lifestyle

• Join a new leadership team with the mandate to deliver transformative growth

• Lead both strategic vision and hands-on execution, creating visible impact within six months

Apply for CMO Recruitment Opportunities with Hanson Search

If you are a visionary yet hands-on marketing leader ready to define and execute strategy for a global investment group, please apply below.

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