Advertising Manager Career in UAE

Are you a seasoned advertising professional with strong experience in campaign strategy, media planning, and creative leadership? We’re looking for an Advertising Manager in Dubai, UAE to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of advertising campaigns across channels. If you have a strategic mindset, excellent creative taste, and the drive to deliver measurable results, this role is for you.

About the Company

GG Selection is a search partner with an international presence, clients in diverse industries, and a network of talent for all levels of seniority and experience. We’re not limited by industry or geography, and we treat every brief and every client like the individual case it is — never making assumptions or taking anything for granted, and always tailoring our service to the needs we discover.

Job Overview

• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Department: Advertising / Marketing

• Reports To: Head of Marketing / Chief Marketing Officer

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field

• Experience: Around 5-8 years in advertising, media planning, campaign execution & leading teams

• Gender: Open

Role – Advertising Manager

You will be responsible for devising advertising strategies, managing media budgets, overseeing creative output, launching campaigns across multiple channels, and measuring performance. You’ll work with internal teams and external agencies to ensure advertising efforts align with brand goals, maximize ROI, and reinforce the brand’s market positioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advertising strategies & plans across digital, print, outdoor, and broadcast media.

• Manage media buying, negotiate with agencies, vendors, and platforms.

• Oversee creative development: briefs, creatives, collateral, ensuring brand consistency.

• Monitor campaign performance: KPIs such as reach, impressions, conversions, ROI; optimize campaigns accordingly.

• Coordinate with marketing, creative, digital, and analytics teams for smooth campaign delivery.

• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to adjust advertising tactics.

• Prepare advertising budgets and manage spends to be cost-efficient.

• Lead, mentor, and manage junior advertising staff / agency relationships.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 5-8 years’ experience in advertising / media planning / campaign management.

• Strong understanding of digital and traditional media channels.

• Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and budgeting skills.

• Ability to lead creative development and provide feedback.

• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and optimize campaigns.

• Strong communication & presentation skills.

• Adaptability and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Average Salary

• In Dubai, Advertising Managers typically earn around AED 24,000/month on average. Salary Explorer

• Salary range tends to fall between AED 12,000 and AED 38,000/month depending on experience, industry, and scope. Salary Explorer+1

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with senior advertising roles.

• Leadership role with creative & strategic influence.

• Exposure to diverse campaign types and media channels.

• Opportunities for professional growth and team leadership.

Location & Work Conditions

• Based in Dubai, UAE.

• Office-based with possible field or agency visit requirements.

• Full-time, often with campaign deadlines which may require flexibility in hours.

Growth & Career Path

• With success, potential progression to Head of Advertising / Director of Advertising or broader Marketing leadership roles.

• Greater involvement in senior strategy, budget planning, brand architecture, and cross-channel innovation.

How to Apply

Submit your CV via the GulfTalent listing Advertising Manager (Ref: #501146). Include:

• Examples of past campaigns you’ve managed (reach, budget, results)

• Media planning & creative oversight experience

• Tools or platforms you are proficient with (digital ad platforms, analytics tools, etc.)

• Leadership / team management examples

Apply Here –  Advertising Manager   | Abu Dhabi