Head Of Marketing (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Marketing MENA (Fintech): Leading regional marketing strategy and revenue growth for a global trading platform with an accent on brand-led channels, affiliate ecosystems, and regulatory compliance. Focus on managing regional budgets, mitigating reputational risks, and driving commercial outcomes within a matrixed organizational structure.

Location: Must be based in Dubai (Hybrid)

Company

A leading, award-winning global trading platform expanding its presence across international markets.

What you will do

• Own regional revenue targets and marketing budget allocation.
• Manage local brand presence across OOH, TV, radio, podcasts, and digital channels.
• Oversee affiliate and influencer relationships within central governance frameworks.
• Monitor and act on local brand health and digital reputation metrics.
• Escalate regulatory, reputational, or brand risks to CMO and CoE leadership.
• Lead and mentor a regional marketing team.

Requirements

• Fluent English required.
• Proven experience owning regional marketing budgets and delivering commercial results in a matrixed organization.
• Strong commercial judgment across brand-led channels and demand generation.
• Ability to balance commercial upside against regulatory and behavioral risks.
• Confident stakeholder management at the C-suite level.
• Composure under pressure and outcome-focused mindset.

Nice to have

• Background in fintech, brokerage, or regulated financial services.
• Experience working in a Centre of Excellence (CoE) marketing model.
• Familiarity with financial promotions compliance (FCA COBS 4, MiFID II).
• Proficiency in additional European or regional languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical insurance plan.
• Generous annual leave policy and work-life balance focus.
• Workation program allowing 30 days of remote work from anywhere.
• Two additional paid volunteer days per year.
• Employee referral program.