Managing Director – Media Agency Growth & Strategy

Salt; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt in Dubai invites a commercially driven Managing Director to lead a global media agency, guiding strategy, operations, and growth. The role requires hands-on leadership across integrated media planning and buying, with a focus on developing new revenue streams and strengthening client relationships across the UAE and wider region. You will mentor teams and ensure delivery of innovative media strategies across digital and traditional channels.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in a media or advertising agency.
• Proven track record in growing business and leading client relationships.
• Strong understanding of UAE/MENA media landscape.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the agency.
• Drive growth, profitability and client objectives.
• Oversee performance and market positioning.
• Develop revenue streams and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

Client management

Media planning

Team leadership

Tools

CRM systems

Forecasting tools

Job description

Salt in Dubai invites a commercially driven Managing Director to lead a global media agency, guiding strategy, operations, and growth. The role requires hands-on leadership across integrated media planning and buying, with a focus on developing new revenue streams and strengthening client relationships across the UAE and wider region. You will mentor teams and ensure delivery of innovative media strategies across digital and traditional channels.