Chief Marketing Officer – Abu Dhabi

About the Chief Marketing Officer Role

A global consumer-facing group is seeking a Chief Marketing Officer  to lead the strategic evolution of its global brand and audience engagement in Abu Dhabi. This is a retained executive search for a marketing leader who can shape the group’s regional and international reputation, drive creative innovation, and build an integrated marketing function that delivers measurable impact across a diverse portfolio of brands.

This opportunity is ideal for a visionary marketing executive with a proven record in brand transformation, strategic storytelling, and executive influence, someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, commerce, and culture. Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential.

Key Responsibilities of the Chief Marketing Officer

The Chief Marketing Officer will define and deliver the organisation’s brand vision, reputation, and marketing strategy, ensuring clear, consistent positioning across all channels. Acting as brand ambassador, they will craft compelling narratives, drive awareness and engagement, and build partnerships that enhance visibility and value.

They will lead a high-performing marketing and communications team, fostering innovation and creative excellence while aligning activity with business goals. The CMO will oversee brand, digital, PR, and internal communications, guiding campaigns, events, and partnerships that strengthen the organisation’s global presence and reputation.

Commercially minded and strategically driven, they will advise senior leadership, manage budgets effectively, and ensure all marketing activity delivers measurable impact and return on investment.

Ideal Candidate Profile for the CMO Role

The ideal Chief Marketing Officer will bring exceptional leadership experience in a senior marketing role—preferably within a multi-brand, global organisation. The candidate must be fluent in both English and Arabic (written and verbal).

They will demonstrate:

• Proven expertise in brand architecture, marketing strategy, and reputation management.
• A strong track record in global brand transformation and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Experience leveraging AI-driven creative tools and marketing automation platforms.
• A leadership style rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and low ego.
• The ability to inspire diverse teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen, with success in budget management and executive decision-making.

Why This Executive Marketing Role Is Exceptional

This is not just another CMO opportunity, it’s a chance to redefine what modern marketing leadership looks like in a dynamic, global investment environment. The chosen candidate will shape narratives that connect culture, innovation, and commerce while strengthening brand equity on a global scale.

If you’re a strategic storyteller, a data-driven marketing innovator, and a leader who thrives on transformation, this role offers a platform to make a lasting impact.

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