Marketing Assistant | AFRE | Asset Management

Job Requisition ID: 166074

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role: 

Coordinate with the marketing and events team, stakeholders, and suppliers to deliver seamless marketing communications and event activities. Support reporting, research, branding, event setups, inventory management, and administrative tasks as needed

Comprehensive knowledge of graphic design principles, a wide variety of media, and production methods

Execution & Delivery

• Result oriented ensures operational excellence in areas of responsibility and delivers the best results. Takes   active ownership of problems and provides timely and result-focused solutions. Remains outcome-driven.

Accountability

• Take ownership of responsibility and be responsible for the consequences of workoutput.
• Team Work & Collaboration
• Fosters a culture of trust, collaboration and support. Works collaboratively both within one’s own function and across functions to achieve DP goals.

Effective Communication

Communicates clearly and effectively (both verbal and written). Communicates timely and responsively. Seeks  feedback and provides feedback. Encourages open discussion and dialogue.

• Customer Service Orientation

Develop and maintain strong external and internal customer relationships by identifying and anticipating  customer needs and responding to them by maintaining long term relationship

What you will do:
Graphic Design & Creative Support:

• Assist in the design and creation of marketing collateral, including digital and print materials such as flyers, banners, brochures, and event signage, ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.

Real Estate Research & Market Insights:

• Utilize real estate research tools like REdin to gather insights, perform market analysis, and provide data-driven recommendations to support marketing strategies and campaigns in the retail and real estate sectors.

PowerPoint Presentations:

• Develop visually compelling and professional PowerPoint presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, partners, and clients, to communicate marketing strategies and performance.

Collaboration with Printing Suppliers:

• Liaise with printing vendors and suppliers to manage the production of marketing materials, ensuring quality control, meeting deadlines, and optimizing costs.

Inventory Management of Marketing Assets:

• Maintain and track inventory of marketing materials, ensuring proper storage, timely restocking, and organization of physical assets such as brochures, signage, and promotional items.

Lead & Conversion reporting:

• Track and report on lead generation and conversion metrics for various marketing campaigns and initiatives. Analyze lead sources, and conversion rates, and provide insights on optimizing the funnel for improved campaign effectiveness.

Vendor & Partner Management:

• Coordinate with external agencies, printers, and other partners, ensuring all deliverables are completed to specification and within agreed timelines and budgets.

Marketing Campaign Reporting:

• Assist in tracking and reporting the performance of marketing campaigns, providing insights and recommendations based on key metrics such as reach, engagement, and conversion rates.

Customer Feedback Analysis:

• Collect and analyze customer feedback and insights through surveys, reviews, and direct interactions, helping to inform and refine marketing strategies and customer engagement efforts.

Administrative & Operational Support:

• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including meeting scheduling, project tracking, document preparation, and assisting with day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency within the department.

Required skills to be successful: 

Behavioural Competencies :

• Team Player
• Planning and organising is a must, with detail orientation
• Passionate about marketing & communication
• Can-do approach
• Strong communicator (English as first language)
• Open to work flexible hours for overnight set ups and weekend activations
• Driving license must

What Equips you for the role: 

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Previous experience in Marketing department
• Excellent PowerPoint & Excel knowledge
• Graphic design abilities added advantage
• Knowledge of various social media terms and applications/website/database generation/events and promotions assistance.

Minimum Experience: Minimum 2-3 years in Marketing

Job-Specific Skills:

• Planning, organization and coordination skills
• Excellent English written & verbal
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Marketing terminology/ Team work
• Ability to Multitask

About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate

The real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.