Partnerships Marketing Manager

At Wheely, we're a luxury brand on the outside, but a technology company on the inside, building the world's first Luxury-as-a-Service. We believe that time is the ultimate luxury and that modern engineering and design, combined with the industry's highest standards of service, can unlock an unparalleled experience for our customers. From on-demand chauffeuring, concierge service, to our best-in-class app, we exist to help our clients reclaim their time by connecting them to the places and people that matter.

More than 40% of our team works in product & engineering, and both Wheely founders are technical. We are also unapologetically design-centric. It's not about A/B testing one hundred shades of blue, but crafting the perfect shade. We also take a privacy-first approach and believe that where people travel, and who they travel with, is at their discretion.

We have refused government requests to hand over journey data, and are currently developing bespoke technology to put our clients movements beyond even our own reach.

Backed by leading global investors, Wheely is poised for the next phase of our journey. Over the next 5-10 years, we plan to offer a full portfolio of luxury services and expand into more international cities, building on our success in London, Paris, and Dubai.

About the role:

As the Partnerships Marketing Manager at Wheely Middle East, you will play a crucial role in driving the success and visibility of our brand within the region. Your role will primarily focus on cultivating and managing strategic partnerships and co-op marketing. You will identify, source, and close deals with key partners in the region to fuel our growth. You will manage those partnerships, and drive new customer acquisition and revenue growth.

You will act as a liaison between Wheely and our valued partners, overseeing promotional activities and events, and collaborating with our sales and operations teams to align marketing efforts with business objectives.

You will also be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies, managing campaigns, and analyzing performance metrics to drive brand awareness and customer engagement.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic marketing and partnership management, and will contribute significantly to the growth of our organization in the region. It requires a creative and data-driven mindset, excellent communication and project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Co-Op Marketing / Partnerships: Lead partnerships in the region, defining and executing strategies to drive business growth through robust, effective, and high-profile partnerships. This includes identifying, sourcing, and closing deals with potential partners, and managing those relationships to implement co-op campaigns.
• Develop and Implement Marketing Strategies: Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans that align with the company's goals and enhance our brand presence in the Middle East.
• Campaign Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and analysis of marketing campaigns across various channels, and in collaboration with our strategic partners.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing activities, using data to drive continuous improvement. Identify the most effective strategies and opportunities to enhance ongoing growth marketing initiatives.
• Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, opportunities, and the competitive landscape, providing insights to inform marketing strategies.
• Budget Management: Own the marketing budget and maintain up-to-date materials that showcase marketing plans to senior leadership. Ensure optimal allocation of resources to maximize ROI. Track and report against KPIs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including operations, product, and customer experience, to ensure alignment and success. Ensure that the right messages are delivered to the right audiences at each stage of the customer acquisition funnel.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of omni-channel marketing experience in a fast-paced environment (preferably tech scale-ups).
• Co-Op Marketing / Partnership Experience: 2+ years of experience in building partnerships with partners in sports, arts, luxury goods, or other relevant segments.
• Event Management: 2+ years of experience managing events, including planning and executing logistics and onsite presence.
• Skills: Strong understanding of marketing principles, digital marketing, media planning, and event management. Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Project Management: Ability to see projects through from ideation to execution while managing multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Impeccable attention to detail and creative storytelling skills.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Personal Attributes: Creative thinker, results-driven, and a strong leader with the ability to inspire and motivate stakeholders toward clear results. Enthusiastic and eager to grow and learn with the company.
• Language: Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is highly desirable.
• Regional Experience: Strong understanding of the UAE and broader GCC market.

What we Offer:

• Equity package.
• Monthly credit for journeys with Wheely.