Strategic Partnerships Marketing Lead, MENA

City Football Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football organization in Dubai seeks a Partnership Marketing Manager to manage global and regional partnerships. The successful candidate will develop activation strategies, collaborate with various departments, and ensure partnership rights are delivered effectively. Essential qualifications include an undergraduate degree, experience in client service, and understanding of the Middle East market. The role offers opportunities for travel and professional growth in a vibrant industry, alongside benefits like annual leave and healthcare.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Annual discretionary bonus

Partnership and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Familiarity with sport sponsorship contracts and rights packages.
• Strong digital literacy and marketing strategy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of global and regional commercial partners.
• Develop compelling activation plans for partnerships.
• Create end-of-season reports for partners.

Skills

Partner / client service

Digital management / consultancy

Commercial acumen

Understanding of Middle East culture

Strong team ethic

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Job description

A leading football organization in Dubai seeks a Partnership Marketing Manager to manage global and regional partnerships. The successful candidate will develop activation strategies, collaborate with various departments, and ensure partnership rights are delivered effectively. Essential qualifications include an undergraduate degree, experience in client service, and understanding of the Middle East market. The role offers opportunities for travel and professional growth in a vibrant industry, alongside benefits like annual leave and healthcare.