Marketing Manager

Summary

Join Mach49, a global growth engine for businesses, as a Marketing Manager in Saudi Arabia. Lead brand strategy and communications, shaping Mach49's local voice and building market awareness. Develop and execute localized marketing strategies, create compelling content, and build relationships with local media. This highly strategic role requires deep marketing experience, storytelling skills, and cultural fluency. You will report to the Managing Partner – GCC and play a key role in defining Mach49's presence in Saudi Arabia's innovation ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of marketing experience in Saudi Arabia, strong network within KSA, and fluency in Arabic and English. Mach49 offers competitive salary, health insurance, annual leave, hybrid work model, remote work setup, travel expense coverage, annual bonus, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or brand strategy within Saudi Arabia, with a demonstrated ability to shape narratives and drive audience engagement
• Deep knowledge of Saudi cultural dynamics and innovation landscape
• A strong personal or professional network within KSA — ideally spanning media, government, entrepreneurship circles, or the innovation ecosystem
• Fluency in Arabic and English, with exceptional writing and messaging instincts in both languages
• Candidate must be a Saudi National

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead localized marketing strategies aligned with Mach49’s global brand and regional growth goals
• Create compelling thought leadership content, including articles, executive comms, and social media messaging
• Build relationships with local media, journalists, and ecosystem enablers to increase earned visibility
• Execute Saudi-specific campaigns that reflect cultural nuance and drive engagement with priority audiences
• Serve as a brand steward — ensuring all communications reflect Saudi business culture and social context
• Localize visual assets, presentations, and messaging for the market
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align messaging with venture launches, client activations, and strategic engagements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field preferred
• Experience in startups, accelerators, or venture-building environments a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience and interview outcomes
• Comprehensive private health insurance for you and your family
• 25 days of annual leave
• Hybrid work model
• Remote work setup provided (Mach49 will supply equipment and cover monthly internet reimbursement)
• Travel expenses fully covered for any business-related travel
• Annual performance-based bonus (based on business outcomes)
• You will be joining a global team of experts shaping the future of innovation for leading corporations worldwide
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a global innovation ecosystem