Projects Marketing Leader

AE001 Marsh Emirates Insurance Brokerage LLC.; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance and risk management sector seeks a Projects Marketing Leader to oversee marketing strategies and drive lead generation. This hybrid role requires a focus on operational excellence and collaboration across teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in marketing and a degree in a related field. Join a vibrant and inclusive team that fosters professional development and offers a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Vibrant and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in marketing (corporate or agency).
• Experience in multi-channel marketing (B2B and direct) required.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and execution of marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement effective processes.
• Manage marketing budget and lead reporting cycles.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Data Management

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Marketing Workflow Tools

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Marketing & Communications team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in UAE , hybrid and has a requirement of working 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, while supporting the broader Digital Marketing strategy at the enterprise level. This role requires a laser focus on lead generation and seamless alignment between marketing and sales (“the marketing & sales handshake”), ensuring measurable impact and accelerated growth. You will collaborate across diverse stakeholders, champion operational excellence, and deliver disciplined execution with pace and precision.

We will count on you to :

Partner with leadership to design and implement effective processes and an operating model for the marketing and communications team, ensuring adoption and disciplined execution.

Lead annual, quarterly, and monthly planning and reporting cycles, introducing structure, accountability, and a focus on lead generation metrics.

Drive the integration of marketing and sales efforts, ensuring a seamless handoff of qualified leads and alignment on pipeline goals.

Support the marketing and communications leader in developing strategies, setting priorities, and preparing materials for key meetings and presentations.

Provide data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations on key issues and opportunities to support informed decision-making.

Facilitate communication and collaboration across teams, establishing effective meeting cadences, forums, and workflow tools.

Identify and remove roadblocks, escalate misalignments, and ensure teams are set up for successful execution.

Oversee workflow processes and capacity planning, and lead or participate in strategic projects and high-priority operational initiatives.

Assess, implement, and optimize tools and platforms that support workflow, process efficiency, and lead management.

Manage the marketing and communications budget, including monthly reconciliations and annual planning.

Drive team learning and development and support regular reporting to local and global business stakeholders.

Analytical & Numeracy Skills

Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and comfort with numbers, data, and metrics.

Leverage quantitative and qualitative data to inform strategy, measure effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement, especially in lead generation and sales enablement.

Prepare, interpret, and present complex data sets and reports to leadership and stakeholders.

Apply a data-driven approach to identify trends, optimize performance, and support business goals.

Confidently manage budget planning, forecasting, and reconciliations with accuracy and accountability.

Accountabilities

Build and deliver a sound operating rhythm, planning, and reporting approach for the marketing and comms team.

Foster accountability and organization in a positive, collaborative way.

Develop and manage an integrated GTM calendar for all marketing and communications activity, ensuring coordinated, high-impact campaigns across Marsh, Mercer, and Marsh McLennan brands.

Establish structure and rigor around budget management and annual budget requests.

Contribute to a positive team culture, provide mentorship, and support the team’s marketing maturity and growth.

What you need to have :

Minimum 10 years’ experience in marketing (corporate or agency), with expertise in strategy, leadership, and people management.

Degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field; ongoing education / upskilling is a plus.

Proven experience in multi-channel marketing (B2B and direct), leading in complex organizations.

Strategic, analytical, and creative thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Collaboration : Builds strong relationships and acts as a connector to drive integration and efficiency, especially between marketing and sales.

Initiative : Takes ownership, acts independently, and seeks opportunities for improvement.

Productivity & Efficiency : Exceptional time management, organization, and attention to detail; able to prioritize and manage competing timelines.

Communication : Strong written and verbal skills, able to engage all levels of management and stakeholders.

Technology : Proficient in Microsoft Office and marketing workflow tools; quick to learn new platforms.

Innovation : Open to new ideas, drives continuous improvement, and empowers others to innovate.

Critical Thinking : Analyzes and evaluates work at all stages, providing actionable insights and considering the bigger picture.

Leadership : Models strong leadership, is outcomes-focused, delegates effectively, and fosters a culture of trust, transparency, and recognition.

Agility & Adaptability : Demonstrates flexible and agile thinking, readily adapts to changing priorities, and thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Embraces change and remains effective when facing new challenges or ambiguity.

Why join our team :

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman . With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com , or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.