Strategic Marketing Manager - Riyadh

Novotel Hotels; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a dynamic Marketing Manager to lead our regional marketing initiatives. You will develop and execute integrated strategies that raise brand awareness, engage customers, and drive business growth across digital and traditional channels.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and deep knowledge of the Saudi market, with collaboration across functions and global brand standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in marketing management in a corporate environment.
• Proven track record in developing and executing marketing strategies.
• Strong digital marketing expertise including social media, email, and online ads.
• Experience with marketing analytics and performance measurement.
• Proficiency with marketing automation tools and CRMs.
• Excellent English communication; strong leadership and project management.
• Deep knowledge of the Saudi Arabian market and local business practices.
• Saudi nationality or valid residency status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies aligned with organizational objectives and market opportunities.
• Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital and traditional platforms.
• Manage marketing budgets, analyze ROI, and provide data-driven recommendations for resource allocation.
• Oversee brand positioning, messaging, and content creation to ensure consistency across all touchpoints.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and consumer insights specific to the Saudi market.
• Build and mentor a high-performing marketing team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Manage relationships with external agencies, vendors, and partners to support campaign delivery.
• Monitor and analyze marketing performance metrics, prepare reports, and present findings to senior leadership.
• Customize marketing programs to resonate with local audiences while maintaining global brand standards.
• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and marketing innovations.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Digital marketing

Marketing analytics

Project management

Leadership

English communication

Saudi market knowledge

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Marketing automation tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a dynamic Marketing Manager to lead our regional marketing initiatives. You will develop and execute integrated strategies that raise brand awareness, engage customers, and drive business growth across digital and traditional channels.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and deep knowledge of the Saudi market, with collaboration across functions and global brand standards.