Marketing Director / Head of Marketing

iHR (International Human Resources); Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human resources firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Marketing Director to develop and lead the overall marketing strategy. This role is responsible for overseeing all marketing functions and managing cross-functional teams to execute integrated marketing initiatives. Candidates should have 8–10 years of relevant experience, a degree in Marketing or a related field, and proficiency in both Arabic and English. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in marketing, with proven leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in marketing strategy development and execution.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall marketing strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and manage all marketing activities including digital marketing and brand management.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights.

Skills

Marketing strategy development

Leadership

Digital marketing

Brand management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The Marketing Director is responsible for developing and leading the organization’s overall marketing strategy to support strategic objectives, strengthen brand positioning, and drive growth. The role oversees all marketing functions and leads cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall marketing strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and manage all marketing activities including corporate marketing, digital marketing, campaigns, and brand management.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and performance measurement of integrated marketing campaigns.
• Manage the marketing budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Lead, mentor, and develop marketing teams to achieve high performance.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights.
• Manage relationships with external agencies, partners, and vendors.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.
• Provide regular performance reports and ROI analysis to senior management.
• Support business growth initiatives and enhance customer experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8–10 years of experience in marketing, with proven leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Strong expertise in marketing strategy development and execution.
• In-depth knowledge of digital marketing, brand management, and analytics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.