Marketing Manager (Middle East)

Quantinuum; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks a Marketing Manager, Middle East, based in Dubai to lead regional marketing across GCC. You will shape field marketing, events, partnerships and PR in coordination with Sales, government and research ecosystems to grow presence and commercial opportunities.

In this senior, hands-on role you’ll translate global priorities into a regional platform, drive go-to-market initiatives, and deliver high-impact programs while navigating dynamic market conditions with autonomy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education required.
• 10+ years in marketing with regional strategy and GTM within tech/enterprise environments.
• 8+ years in science/tech industries.
• Proven track record in end-to-end event planning and executive-level engagements.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and partners and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive field marketing, events and partnerships in the Middle East.
• Lead regional go-to-market strategy in collaboration with sales, product and communications.
• Plan and execute in-market events, executive dinners and high-touch engagements.
• Develop content and collateral tailored to GCC markets.
• Support press and PR activities across GCC.
• Collaborate with global teams to align regional priorities.

Skills

Marketing leadership

Regional go-to-market

Stakeholder management

Event planning

Communications

Partnership development

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Marketing Manager, Middle East based in Dubai to serve as the senior marketing authority and lead Quantinuum's marketing across the Middle East region. In this hands‑on role, you will define and drive field marketing, events, and the development of key strategic partnerships, and support press and public relations across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which are among Quantinuum’s most important growth markets. You will work closely with the Sales team, government and research ecosystem partners, and global marketing and communications teams to translate Quantinuum's global priorities into a high‑impact regional marketing platform that positively influences how the company builds its presence, reputation and commercial opportunity in the Middle East.

Operating with significant autonomy, you will use deep regional and marketing expertise to navigate and take advantage of the complex market dynamics, You will identify strategic marketing opportunities, provide authoritative recommendations to senior stakeholders and lead high‑impact initiatives, often building new opportunities to support brand and commercial goals in an environment where precedents may not exist. You will shape how Quantinuum engages priority audiences across the region while ensuring regional insight informs global marketing, positioning and go‑to‑market decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Market & Product Awareness:

• Serve as the marketing authority on Middle East market dynamics, ideal customer profiles, audience priorities, business practices and competitive positioning, translating insight into strategic recommendations for regional leadership.

• Develop and maintain a strategic view of marketing opportunities, stakeholder ecosystems and emerging trends across priority GCC markets, identifying implications for Quantinuum's positioning, investment and go‑to‑market approach.

• Shape regional positioning and messaging, influencing regional interest in quantum computing where Middle East market requirements, audiences or opportunities require a differentiated strategy.

• Develop campaigns, platforms and content ideas that project Quantinuum’s portfolio of platforms and solutions into the GCC region and build knowledge and confidence among decision-makers and policy makers.

Go-to-Market Strategy:

• Define and lead the integrated Middle East marketing and go-to-market strategy in partnership with Commercial, Product, Communications and regional leadership, spanning new product launches, ongoing market education, and engagement with key accounts and industries.

• Establish regional marketing priorities, investment recommendations, audience strategies and integrated programmes that build demand and marketing-qualified leads, educate prospective customers, and support engagement and adoption across the Middle East.

• Translate the global business and marketing strategy into a Middle East marketing roadmap, identifying the initiatives, capabilities, partnerships and investments required to support regional growth.

Events and Experiences:

• Execute Quantinuum’s event strategies at third-party conferences, exhibitions and industry events, prioritising opportunities based on strategic value and overseeing speaking opportunities, customer and partner meetings, and on-site delivery.

• Develop and deliver branded in-market ecosystem events, including challenges and hackathons, working with customers, partners and relevant internal teams.

• Plan and deliver intimate executive dinners, roundtables and other high-touch events for senior customers, partners and stakeholders, working with Sales and regional leadership on guest selection and engagement.

• Manage end-to-end event delivery, including budgets, agencies and suppliers, logistics, invitations, guest experience and follow-up, and assess results against agreed event objectives.

Partner Marketing:

• Define and lead Quantinuum's regional partner marketing approach. Build and manage relationships with ecosystem partners in the Middle East, including government bodies, industry associations, academic and research institutions, and technology and channel partners.

• Plan and execute joint marketing programs with partners, such as co-branded content, joint events, webinars, and press activities that extend Quantinuum’s reach in the Middle East.

• Serve as the primary marketing point of contact for partner organizations, coordinating on shared objectives and positioning, and executing high-impact initiatives.

• Track and report on partner marketing activities and outcomes, and identify new partnership opportunities to support Middle East go-to-market goals.

Collateral and Content

• Define content and collateral requirements for the Middle East, ensuring materials are relevant to business culture in the GCC countries, meeting customer expectations and local market needs.

• Work with global Communications and Marketing teams to develop and adapt materials such as product datasheets, whitepapers, presentations, case studies and digital content for the Middle East.

• Provide local market input and review content to ensure messaging, tone and positioning resonate with audiences across the Middle East while maintaining brand consistency.

Website & Digital Presence:

• Work with the Global web team to plan and maintain relevant website content for the Middle East, in coordination with global digital and marketing teams.

• Proactively use the website to showcase Middle East activities and milestones, including regional events, customer stories and partner initiatives.

• Evaluate digital engagement and audience insight to recommend improvements to regional digital strategy and customer journeys.

Sales Enablement and Customer Engagement:

• Provide input to the sales team and corporate sales enablement to develop effective sales tools and training materials that are customized for the Middle East markets and key accounts.

• Support customer-facing activities, including presentations, briefings and key account events, with a focus on engaging customers across the Middle East.

• Build and sustain relationships with customers, senior stakeholders and industry influencers across the Middle East, working closely with Sales to support engagement and key accounts.

• Collect feedback from customers across the Middle East to inform ongoing product development and marketing strategies.

Communications and Public Relations

• Partner with the Global PR team to shape the PR strategy for the Middle East.

• Identify relevant PR and media opportunities as part of Middle East field marketing plans and events, and facilitate their execution with the Global Communications and PR teams.

• Serve as the senior regional marketing representative for the Middle East, supporting spokesperson preparation, coordinating and staffing interviews, providing market context, and maintaining media relationships in partnership with the Global PR team.

• Support communications opportunities involving customers, ecosystem and institutional partners, coordinating with Global PR and the regional PR agency as appropriate.

Organisational Influence & Capability

• Act as the recognized marketing expert for the Middle East, providing guidance to senior regional and global stakeholders on marketing strategy, positioning, audience engagement and regional marketing priorities.

• Establish regional marketing frameworks, principles and best practices that enable consistent, scalable and effective execution across internal teams and external partners.

• Strengthen organisational understanding of Middle East markets and effective regional marketing practices.

• Represent Middle East Marketing in global planning and strategic discussions, ensuring regional opportunities, risks and requirements appropriately influence organisational decisions.

• Lead complex and ambiguous marketing challenges where existing approaches may not be sufficient, developing new methodologies or approaches that can inform future regional and global activity.

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education.

• 10+ years of marketing experience, including significant responsibility for regional strategy, go-to-market execution and integrated marketing within technology, science, deep tech, enterprise B2B or similarly complex environments.

• 8+ years of working experience in science, technology related industry.

• A strong track record of defining marketing strategy and excellent execution on third-party, branded ecosystem or community events, and high-touch executive gatherings, including end-to-end planning and on-site execution.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer and partner relationships and work confidently with senior executives and stakeholders, including influencing decisions.

• Experience working in global, matrixed organization, with demonstrated ability to align competing regional, functional and corporate priorities.

• A track record of successful collaboration with both technical and non-technical teams.

• Ability to proactively define regional marketing strategy and translate it into action plans to drive end-to-end marketing activities independently.

• Fluency in both English and professional proficiency in Arabic; with strong written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex, technical subjects clearly.

We Value:

• Post graduate education.

• An educational background in natural sciences or engineering.

• Experience or a strong interest in quantum or emerging technologies.

• International experience either in education or work.

• Experience building relationships and managing communication with external stakeholders such as government bodies, industry associations, trade bodies, academic or research institutions or consortia, etc.

• Experience supporting media interviews and working with PR agencies or communications teams.

• Marketing and event delivery experience in the Middle East, with an understanding of regional business practices and stakeholder expectations.

• Experience developing market-entry, regional growth or category-creation strategies in emerging or technically complex markets.

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holdingadvanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

Quantinuum Intro Video: The Future of Quantum Computing

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology

• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.