Director of Marketing

About

SO/ HOTEL AND RESIDENCES, JEDDAH TAHLI is seeking a Director of Marketing to build SO/ Jeddah's brand awareness, demand generation and cultural relevance through campaigns, partnerships and experiences. The role leads a marketing team and is responsible for measurable commercial results. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in a related field and 7+ years of relevant marketing experience, including leadership roles. Reference: REF125729T Terms of service: Permanent Duty station: SO/ HOTEL AND RESIDENCES, JEDDAH TAHLI, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

How to apply

Apply online through the official advert page on Accor Careers.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute the marketing strategy to elevate SO/ Jeddah's brand presence and market position.
• Lead bold, integrated campaigns that drive awareness, engagement, and revenue.
• Oversee brand, digital, social media, PR, content, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with Sales, Revenue Management, and Operations to maximize commercial performance.
• Drive the hotel's digital presence across web, social, CRM, and paid media channels.
• Identify emerging trends, audience insights, and market opportunities to keep SO/ ahead of the curve.
• Build relationships with media, influencers, creatives, and key brand partners.
• Manage the marketing budget, ensuring impactful investments and strong ROI.
• Track performance, analyze results, and optimize campaigns based on data and insights.
• Champion compelling storytelling through creative content, photography, videography, and brand experiences.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing marketing team.
• Create partnerships and collaborations that enhance visibility, relevance, and revenue.
• Ensure all activities align with SO/ brand standards and business objectives.
• Drive guest engagement, loyalty, and brand advocacy through innovative marketing initiatives.
• Support additional projects and priorities as required by hotel leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of marketing experience, including leadership roles within luxury hospitality, lifestyle, or premium consumer brands.
• Proven success in building brands, driving demand, and delivering commercial results.
• Strong expertise in digital marketing, social media, PR, content, and brand storytelling.
• Experience leading integrated campaigns, partnerships, and high-impact brand activations.
• Commercially minded with strong analytical and budget management skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Creative thinker with a passion for culture, trends, and guest engagement.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the Saudi Arabian market is highly desirable.
• Pre-opening and luxury lifestyle hospitality experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with CRM, marketing, and analytics platforms.