Projects Marketing Leader

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in risk, strategy, and people seeks a Projects Marketing Leader in Dubai. This role focuses on executing the Marketing & Communications agenda, driving lead generation, and ensuring integration between marketing and sales efforts. The ideal candidate has a degree related to the field and over 10 years of experience with proven leadership and strategic capabilities. Join a vibrant, inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Vibrant, inclusive culture

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in marketing, expertise in strategy and people management.
• Proven experience in multi-channel marketing (B2B and direct).
• Openness to innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and execution of Marketing & Communications agenda.
• Manage the marketing & communications budget, including reconciliations.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment between marketing and sales.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Degree in Marketing, Communications or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Marketing & Communications team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in UAE, with a hybrid work model requiring at least three days a week in the office.

As a Projects Marketing Leader, you will drive the development and execution of the Marketing & Communications agenda for the CMO in the region, supporting the broader Digital Marketing strategy at the enterprise level. This role demands a strong focus on lead generation and seamless alignment between marketing and sales, ensuring measurable impact and accelerated growth. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, champion operational excellence, and deliver disciplined execution with pace and precision.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partner with leadership to design and implement effective processes and an operating model for the marketing & communications team, ensuring adoption and disciplined execution.
• Lead planning and reporting cycles, focusing on lead generation metrics and accountability.
• Drive integration of marketing and sales efforts, ensuring seamless lead handoff and alignment on pipeline goals.
• Support strategy development, prioritization, and preparation of materials for key meetings.
• Provide data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations to support decision-making.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across teams, establishing effective meeting cadences and workflows.
• Identify and remove roadblocks, escalate misalignments, and ensure successful execution.
• Oversee workflow processes, capacity planning, and participate in strategic projects.
• Assess, implement, and optimize tools that support workflow and lead management.
• Manage the marketing & communications budget, including reconciliations and planning.
• Drive team learning, development, and support reporting to stakeholders.

Desired skills and experience:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in marketing, with expertise in strategy, leadership, and people management.
• Degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field; ongoing education is a plus.
• Proven experience in multi-channel marketing (B2B and direct).
• Strategic, analytical, and creative thinking with a data-driven approach.
• High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong collaboration skills to drive integration between marketing and sales.
• Ownership, independence, and initiative.
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and marketing tools; quick learner.
• Openness to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Critical thinking and big-picture evaluation.
• Leadership qualities, including trust-building and effective delegation.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Why join us:

• Opportunities for professional development, interesting work, and supportive leadership.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with talented colleagues and impactful work.
• Career growth opportunities, benefits, and rewards to support your well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy, and people, operating in 130 countries with over 90,000 colleagues and annual revenue of $24 billion. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible work environments, including a hybrid model with at least three days in the office per week. Our colleagues identify a weekly 'anchor day' for in-person collaboration.

Job ID R_292313