Position Overview
We are seeking a senior leader to spearhead growth initiatives oversee key client relationships align cross-functional teams and ensure commercial success. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic hands-on professional with extensive expertise in media strategy client engagement and business expansion within the Saudi market. This is a pivotal leadership position for someone who excels in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
The position can be based in either Jeddah or Riyadh; however if located in Riyadh the candidate must be open to frequent travel to Jeddah.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive new business initiatives to achieve significant increases in gross income.
- Develop and execute plans to broaden services within the existing client portfolio through innovative value-driven solutions.
- Identify and cultivate strategic alliances and emerging revenue streams particularly in content data innovation and AI.
- Lead and strengthen strategic relationships across all client touchpoints.
- Organize high-level workshops and deliver thought-leadership initiatives to enhance client positioning.
- Ensure exceptional client satisfaction through proactive relationship management and reputation-building efforts.
- Encourage innovation and collaboration across creative digital and media teams.
- Promote award-worthy work and lead the development of impactful media cases for industry recognition.
- Collaborate with data and technology teams to develop and commercialize AI-enabled media solutions.
- Cultivate a high-performing team through structured mentorship skill-building programs and performance evaluations.
- Define KPIs and implement a robust annual performance review framework for all team members.
- Foster integration across creative and digital units to ensure seamless delivery for clients.
- Partner with finance and commercial teams to achieve profitability objectives.
- Streamline operational structures and cost efficiencies including the use of offshoring models where applicable.
- Oversee budgeting revenue forecasting and P&L performance to ensure financial health.
Requirements
- Bachelor s degree in Advertising or a related field; an MBA is a strong advantage.
- 10 years of experience in media or digital marketing with a proven track record in senior leadership roles.
- Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management within the Saudi market.
- Deep expertise in media strategy planning buying and digital transformation.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire build and retain top-performing teams.
- Strong commercial acumen including experience with P&L management and profitability enhancement.
- Excellent command of English; Arabic is an advantage.