Job Description

Job Title: Senior Marketing Manager
Location: South London
Salary:45,000 + bonus
We're proud to be partnering with a fast-growing UK events business to recruit an ambitious and creative Senior Marketing Manager. Based in South London, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the launch and growth of a brand new international event, driving awareness, ticket sales, and community engagement across the UAE.
What you'll be doing:

• Developing and executing a comprehensive marketing strategy for the event's launch and growth in Dubai.
• Leading multi-channel campaigns across digital advertising, social media, content, partnerships, and email marketing.
• Collaborating with regional agencies, influencers, and media partners to strengthen brand presence.
• Adapting global brand messaging for the Middle Eastern market, ensuring cultural relevance and alignment.
• Creating compelling, story-driven content to engage audiences before, during, and after the event.
• Driving ticket sales and audience growth through data-led and performance-based marketing campaigns.
• Managing creative production, campaign timelines, and budgets to ensure seamless delivery.
• Tracking performance metrics and reporting on campaign success and ROI.
• Supporting onsite marketing activation, including live coverage and post-event insights.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in marketing and events.
• Proven success managing campaigns across the Middle East (ideally).
• Exceptional copywriting, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Highly creative, proactive, and adaptable, thrives on launching something new.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed strategic decisions.
• Personable, approachable, and a confident collaborator.
• Passion for the running, health, or fitness industry is a plus.

Why you'll love it here:

• Join a multi-award-winning team with a dynamic, fun culture.
• Flexible working, focused on results, not hours.
• 20 days' holiday per year, plus additional days in lieu for event work.
• Performance-related bonuses and incentives.
• Government pension scheme.
• Active office culture with bike racks and shower facilities.

Apply now or email Sarah Mitchell - Sarah@ark-recruitment.com

Skills Required