Job Description

(Dubai-based | Hospitality + Design Focus | Portfolio Required)

Before You Apply -- Read This First

Must be based in Dubai.

Hospitality & F&B experience is required.

Portfolio required.

Applications without one will not be considered.

Agency or studio experience

working across multiple clients is a strong advantage.
If you don't meet these, please don't apply.

About the Role

We are looking for a

Senior Marketing Specialist

who will lead the marketing strategy for both

H2R Design's in-house cafe brands (Cassette & NETTE)

and our

diverse client portfolio

in the hospitality, retail, and corporate sectors.

This role demands a balance of

creativity and strategy

--someone who can build brand stories that capture attention, elevate design-driven spaces, and deliver measurable results.

What You'll Do

Brand & Client Marketing

Create and execute marketing strategies for H2R's cafes (Cassette & NETTE) and for our design clients across hospitality, retail, and lifestyle sectors. Partner with clients to understand their brand DNA and translate it into compelling campaigns, activations, and digital presence. Elevate brand identity, storytelling, and visual communication across all touchpoints.

Campaigns & Digital Presence

Lead multi-channel campaigns (social, PR, partnerships, influencer collaborations, events). Drive growth in footfall, online engagement, and community presence for both in-house and client brands. Manage content production (photo, video, copywriting) with an eye for design and detail.

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as the

marketing bridge

between H2R Design and its clients. Advise and consult on brand-building strategies for newly launched venues, retail concepts, or hospitality spaces. Oversee external agencies, freelancers, and creative partners to ensure high-quality outputs.

Leadership & Strategy

Build, manage, and inspire a small marketing team. Analyze performance metrics, prepare reports, and optimize strategies for ROI. Stay ahead of hospitality and design industry trends in Dubai and globally.

Who You Are

Experienced

: 7+ years in marketing with a strong background in

hospitality, F&B, or lifestyle brands

(agency + in-house mix preferred).

Portfolio-Proven

: A body of work that demonstrates your ability to create impactful, design-led marketing campaigns.

Dubai-Based Insider

: You know the local market, the audience, and how to build hype within Dubai's competitive hospitality landscape.

Creative Storyteller

: You bring design and brand narratives to life, making spaces and experiences feel irresistible.

Strategic & Hands-On

: Can balance high-level strategy with day-to-day execution.

Why Join Us

Work at the intersection of

design, hospitality, and brand storytelling

. Be the marketing voice behind

award-winning spaces and experiences

. Shape the growth of

our own lifestyle brands

(Cassette & NETTE) while also building the presence of our

high-profile client projects

. A role that blends

creativity, leadership, and strategic impact

in one of the world's most dynamic markets.

Application Requirement

CV

Portfolio showcasing hospitality/F&B and lifestyle brand work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Are you based in Dubai? * Do you have a background in Hospitality?