Influencer Marketing Manager

YAZ Media; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency in Dubai is urgently hiring an Influencer Marketing Manager to lead influencer strategy and collaborations for various clients. The ideal candidate will drive engagement and awareness through effective influencer partnerships and must possess a strong understanding of social media dynamics. With 3–5 years in the industry, the candidate should demonstrate successful campaign management and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Amazing work culture of inclusivity and diversity

Opportunity to work with top-tier clients

Medical Insurance including dental coverage

Career growth and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in influencer marketing, preferably within an agency or brand environment.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, LinkedIn.
• Proven track record of successful influencer campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute influencer marketing strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Scout and onboard relevant influencers for client campaigns.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain relationships with creators.

Skills

Influencer marketing

Negotiation

Communication

Analytics and tracking tools

Social media platforms

Data-driven mindset

Education

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

Job description

Urgent Hiring!

Dubai, UAE

Fulltime - Onsite

Company Description:

YAZ Media is a digital agency focused on helping businesses grow online through services like social media management, production, web development, app development, and email marketing. With over 100 satisfied partners, we are a trusted choice for businesses seeking success in the digital world.

Role Description:

We are seeking a dynamic Influencer Marketing Manager to lead influencer strategy, partnerships, and campaigns across our clients and in-house projects. The ideal candidate is a storyteller, relationship-builder, and strategist who understands how to connect brands with the right voices to drive awareness, engagement, and measurable impact.

You’ll manage end-to-end influencer collaborations from scouting and negotiation to campaign execution, reporting, and trend analysis ensuring all partnerships align with the agency’s creative direction and client goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute influencer marketing strategies that align with brand objectives, campaign goals, and target audiences.
• Identify opportunities to integrate influencer marketing into broader content, social, and media plans.
• Research and stay ahead of platform trends, creator behavior, and emerging influencer categories (micro, macro, celebrity, and UGC creators).
• Scout and onboard influencers relevant to client industries and campaign needs.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with creators, talent managers, and agencies.
• Negotiate contracts, deliverables, and rates in alignment with client budgets and campaign goals.
• Maintain a structured database of influencers segmented by niche, performance metrics, and engagement rates.
• Manage the full lifecycle of influencer campaigns briefing, coordination, approvals, deadlines, and posting schedules.
• Collaborate closely with the creative and production teams to ensure seamless integration of influencer content.
• Review and approve influencer content for brand alignment, tone of voice, and compliance with brand and legal guidelines.
• Ensure campaign KPIs are met, including engagement, reach, conversions, and ROI.
• Track campaign performance using analytics tools and prepare detailed reports with insights and learnings.
• Optimize future campaigns based on data‑driven insights and influencer performance.
• Develop influencer benchmarks, cost‑per‑engagement standards, and category best practices.
• Work closely with the Social Media, Strategy, and Production teams to ensure influencer initiatives are aligned with creative storytelling and brand goals.
• Support business development with influencer ideas, proposals, and pitch materials.
• Manage influencer involvement in shoots, events, and brand activations.
• Develop and execute influencer marketing strategies that align with brand objectives, campaign goals, and target audiences.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in influencer marketing, preferably within an agency or brand environment.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, LinkedIn).
• Proven track record of successful influencer campaigns across industries.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Data‑driven mindset with experience using analytics and influencer tracking tools.
• Passion for trends, culture, and storytelling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in paid media amplification of influencer content.
• Familiarity with regional influencer regulations and GCC influencer markets.
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for visual storytelling and brand tone.

What we offer at YAZ:

• Amazing work culture of inclusivity and diversity.
• Opportunity to work with top‑tier clients.
• Salary based on experience
• Medical Insurance including dental coverage.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume, portfolio links and work samples showcasing why you're a perfect fit for this role. Apply now at [e-mail] or through LinkedIn.