Marcomms Manager

Salt; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt is seeking a Marketing Communications / Marcomms Manager to lead its marketing communications, PR and brand activity across regional and international markets. The role is based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai and reports to senior leadership, blending strategic communications with hands-on execution.

You will manage media relations, content creation, digital channels and events, driving brand consistency and high-profile coverage in the UAE, MENA, and beyond.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience leading marketing communications strategies and brand initiatives.
• Strong media relations network in UAE and regional markets.
• Proven ability to develop integrated campaigns across channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the firm's marketing communications and PR strategy across regional and international markets.
• Own brand voice, messaging and narrative across external and internal channels.
• Lead media outreach, draft press materials and manage agencies.
• Oversee content across newsletters, websites, scripts and event materials.
• Plan external events, sponsorships and portfolio showcases.
• Measure and optimize communications performance and media coverage.

Skills

Media relations

Brand management

Strategic communications

Content creation

Digital marketing

Event planning

Job description

Marketing Communications / Marcomms Manager

Location: Abu Dhabi or Dubai, UAE

Employment: Full-time

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a leading regional investment firm to appoint an experienced Marketing Communications / Marcomms Manager to lead its marketing communications, PR and brand activity across key regional and international markets.

The organisation operates across multiple investment strategies and has a significant portfolio of high-growth businesses across the Middle East and wider international markets.

This is a highly visible, hands-on role working closely with senior leadership to strengthen the firm's reputation, media presence and positioning within the investment ecosystem.

The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a lean, high-performance environment and will combine strategic communications expertise with the ability to execute. A strong network across media and PR agencies within the UAE and wider MENA region will be particularly important.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Brand

• Develop and execute the firm's marketing communications and PR strategy across regional and international markets.
• Own the firm's brand voice, messaging and narrative across external and internal channels.
• Ensure consistent positioning and messaging across all communications.
• Advise senior leadership on communications strategy, thought leadership and brand-building opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the firm's profile within the investment and business community.

Media Relations & PR

• Build and maintain strong relationships with international and regional media, journalists and PR agencies, particularly across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and wider MENA region.
• Lead media outreach and proactively identify opportunities for high-quality coverage.
• Draft and distribute press releases, announcements and other media materials.
• Manage relationships with external PR and communications agencies, including briefing and overseeing deliverables.
• Act as a key point of contact for media enquiries.
• Prepare senior leaders for interviews, speaking opportunities and media engagements.
• Lead communications relating to sensitive issues or crisis situations when required.

Content & Digital Channels

• Develop creative marketing campaigns across digital, social and traditional channels.
• Own the social media strategy and content calendar.
• Create and oversee high-quality content including thought leadership articles, newsletters, website copy, scripts and event materials.
• Manage website content and ensure it accurately reflects company news, portfolio activity and key milestones.
• Maintain a consistent and engaging brand narrative across all platforms.

Events & Stakeholder Engagement

• Plan and execute external events, conferences, sponsorships and portfolio-related showcases.
• Identify opportunities to increase brand visibility through strategic partnerships and events.
• Support internal communications and culture initiatives in collaboration with relevant internal teams.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, portfolio businesses and external partners to ensure aligned messaging.

Measurement & Operations

• Track and analyse communications and marketing performance, including media coverage, cam