Area Marketing Manager (Middle East)

Leonardo UK Ltd; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Area Marketing Manager, focusing on the Middle East region. This pivotal role involves leading strategic marketing initiatives, collaborating closely with sales teams, and establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess proven management experience, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the Middle East market. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and promotes a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry, this role is for you!

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Dental Schemes

Pension Contributions

Wellbeing Programs

Training and Development

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• Proven management experience with diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and customer responsiveness skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead business winning plans for the Middle East.
• Collaborate with UK Sales Teams on marketing strategies.

Skills

Management and Leadership

Communication Skills

Market Knowledge (Middle East)

Stakeholder Engagement

Customer Responsiveness

Job description

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Marketing Manager covering the Middle East region on behalf of Leonardo Electronics UK. The role covers the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and the Sultanate of Oman. This is a key role in the company’s export growth, involving the discovery, initiation, and support of strategic marketing and sales campaigns.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Marketing Manager covering the Middle East region on behalf of Leonardo Electronics UK. The role covers the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and the Sultanate of Oman. This position is crucial for the company’s export growth through strategic marketing and sales initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Lead the new business winning plan for the Middle East
• Collaborate closely with UK Sales Teams on business winning activities
• Provide marketing intelligence to support sales opportunities
• Establish strong relationships with End Users/Customers
• Build relationships with Government staff, embassies, and relevant agencies
• Manage contracts with advisors and local partners
• Attend exhibitions and conferences in the Middle East
• Coordinate with the company’s regional offices
• Develop marketing strategies for local collaboration with industrial partners in-country

What We Need From You

• Proven management and leadership experience working with diverse teams towards business goals
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of the Middle East market, culture, and local behaviors
• Responsiveness to customer requests, including out-of-hours support
• Understanding of Leonardo Electronics UK products and services
• Experience in market discovery, qualification, and translating opportunities into business
• Ability to engage with stakeholders at various seniority levels
• Persistence, pragmatism, and structured approach to tasks and teams

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information, visit UK Government Security Vetting Levels.

Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours. Our benefits include private healthcare, dental schemes, pension contributions, wellbeing programs, discounts, training, and more. We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Primary Location

GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Additional Locations

GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol Building, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Lincoln, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton

Contract Type

Hybrid Working

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Computer and Network Security