u/Quirky_Tomorrow4523

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I’m currently based in Dubai and have 10+ years of experience in digital marketing, including agency leadership, performance marketing, integrated campaigns, P&L/commercial management, client leadership and team management. I’ve worked across international brands including L’Oréal, GSK, Reckitt, Tetra Pak, Panasonic and BAT.

I’ve been actively exploring opportunities in Dubai since last 5 months, but nothing has turned concrete so far. Rather than continuing to apply indefinitely without changing the strategy, I’ve started researching the possibility of relocating to Europe, particularly Ireland and the Netherlands, or other part of the europe.

I’m still relatively new to these markets, so I’d really value some practical advice from people who actually work there:

• How is the current market for senior digital/performance/marketing managers?

• Which types of companies are more open to hiring candidates relocating from the UAE?

• How realistic is sponsorship for someone with my background?

• Is it better to secure a job from Dubai first, or does being physically in the country materially improve the chances?

• Are there particular industries or roles I should target based on my experience?

I’m not looking for generic “apply on LinkedIn” advice, would genuinely appreciate insights from people who have gone through the process or recruit in these markets.

Nationality: Pakistan

Thanks in advance.

Hi everyone,

Got Laid off due to crisis within the company. Will appreciate your read and recommendations.

Digital Marketing Manager / Account Director with 10+ years of experience across UAE and regional markets, currently exploring new opportunities in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

Experience across:

• Full funnel digital strategy

• Organic growth and content strategy

• Creative and brand management

• CRM and automation

• Paid media and growth

• P&L and commercial management

• Stakeholder Management

• Client leadership and cross functional team management

Worked across FMCG, automotive, fintech, retail, beauty, and tech sectors with brands including L’Oréal, Toyota, Panasonic, BAT, Colgate, and fintech projects including NayaPay.

Open to opportunities in:

• Digital Marketing Manager

• Brand/Marketing Manager

• Account Director / Client Leadership

Open to both in house and agency side roles.

If anyone is hiring or can point me in the right direction, I’d genuinely appreciate it. Happy to share my CV via DM.

Thanks.

Hey everyone,

Not going to sugarcoat it, I'm putting myself out there because, well, I need to.

A Digital Marketing Manager with around a decade of experience across the MENA region, based in Dubai. I've worked with some big names, L'Oréal, GSK, Panasonic, Toyota, Ruya Bank, Emaar, Colgate-Palmolive, British American Tobacco, Jotun Paints, Tetra Pak — mostly through agency roles (ex-Publicis Groupe) and With a background spanning life at Publicis Groupe and a strong pull toward brand-side work, my sweet spot sits across Growth & Business Strategy, Client Services leadership, and Digital Marketing. Campaign management and ROAS-driven performance is where I've consistently delivered. One campaign I'm proud of hit 37x ROAS, so I do take results seriously.

I lost my job because of the current situation, my grace period is running out. The war created a level of uncertainty that organizations here just weren't prepared for, and roles started getting cut or frozen. I completely understand the business side of it, doesn't make it easier, but I get it.

What stings a little more is that I got through 3–4 interview rounds with two separate companies, made it to the final stages, and then… the war escalated further and both roles were put on hold indefinitely. No rejection, just silence and uncertainty. If you've been through that, you know it hits differently.

So here I am. Open to Digital Marketing Manager / Specialist, Marketing Manager, Associate Brand Manager — ideally in Dubai/Abu Dhabi or remote with MENA focus, but genuinely open to hearing what's out there.

If you're hiring, know someone who is, or just want to connect, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to DM me or drop a comment.

Thanks for reading. Stay safe out there, everyone. 🙌