Hi, I’m Akshaya Shaji. I am a results-driven Senior Digital Marketing Lead with over 9 years of experience, including about 5.6 years in the UAE. I specialize in digital strategy, lead generation, and performance marketing across healthcare, electronics, and e-commerce, consistently optimizing ROAS through Google Ads, Meta, SEO, CRM, and omni-channel campaigns to grow customer acquisition and revenue. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, turning data-driven insights into scalable growth, and staying ahead of digital trends. My track record includes 108% YoY growth in organic traffic, 120% ROAS across campaigns, and multi-platform e-commerce uplift across Amazon, Noon, Carrefour, and SharafDG. I’m passionate about building measurable, sales-aligned marketing programs that deliver clear value.…

Akshaya Shaji

Hi, I’m Akshaya Shaji. I am a results-driven Senior Digital Marketing Lead with over 9 years of experience, including about 5.6 years in the UAE. I specialize in digital strategy, lead generation, and performance marketing across healthcare, electronics, and e-commerce, consistently optimizing ROAS through Google Ads, Meta, SEO, CRM, and omni-channel campaigns to grow customer acquisition and revenue. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, turning data-driven insights into scalable growth, and staying ahead of digital trends. My track record includes 108% YoY growth in organic traffic, 120% ROAS across campaigns, and multi-platform e-commerce uplift across Amazon, Noon, Carrefour, and SharafDG. I’m passionate about building measurable, sales-aligned marketing programs that deliver clear value.…

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Hi, I’m Akshaya Shaji. I am a results-driven Senior Digital Marketing Lead with over 9 years of experience, including about 5.6 years in the UAE. I specialize in digital strategy, lead generation, and performance marketing across healthcare, electronics, and e-commerce, consistently optimizing ROAS through Google Ads, Meta, SEO, CRM, and omni-channel campaigns to grow customer acquisition and revenue.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams, turning data-driven insights into scalable growth, and staying ahead of digital trends. My track record includes 108% YoY growth in organic traffic, 120% ROAS across campaigns, and multi-platform e-commerce uplift across Amazon, Noon, Carrefour, and SharafDG. I’m passionate about building measurable, sales-aligned marketing programs that deliver clear value.

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Language

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Work Experience

Senior Digital Marketing Specialist at NMC HealthCare (CosmeSurge Department)
June 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Planned and executed lead generation campaigns across Google Ads, Meta (Facebook & Instagram), and WhatsApp; managed PPC keyword research, audience targeting, budget allocation, and bid optimization to maximize ROAS; created compelling ad creatives and landing pages with A/B testing to improve conversions; monitored CPL, CTR, and CPA to optimize performance and lead quality; partnered with sales to track leads and refine targeting; participated in event planning and coordinated with branch clinic managers for lead updates.
Senior Digital Marketing Specialist at HSAD MEA FZ LLC (An LG Company)
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Led acquisition and performance campaigns across Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and email; achieved 120% ROAS; enhanced engagement by 60% via content- and paid-media strategy on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube; increased organic traffic by 108% YoY through SEO audits, technical fixes, and backlink optimization; managed influencer collaborations; delivered performance reports and funnel optimization insights for stakeholders; conducted competitor benchmarking and integrated emerging digital trends to maintain a competitive edge.
Digital Marketing Executive at ENH Media & Communications LLC
November 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Executed integrated digital marketing strategies across SEO, PPC, SMM, and email; managed campaigns on Google, LinkedIn, and Instagram, improving ROAS through data-driven optimization; collaborated with design and content teams to develop high-performing ad creatives and landing pages; increased ad engagement by 40% through optimized copies and visual design.
Digital Marketing Associate at NdimensionZ Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
October 1, 2017 - October 1, 2019
Led SEO, PPC, and SMM campaigns to improve client visibility and conversions; defined KPIs, optimized budgets, and delivered actionable analytics for campaign refinement; managed social content calendars to enhance engagement and reach.
SEO Analyst at Techwyse Internet Marketing
August 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017
Designed and implemented SEO strategies for 30+ clients in North America; delivered measurable ranking and traffic improvements through on-page, off-page, and technical SEO; led content optimization with keyword planning, internal linking, and metadata improvements.
Technical Support Executive at Serco (Etisalat Project)
June 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015
Provided IT and network support for Etisalat UAE customers, ensuring operational continuity.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science at Mahatma Gandhi University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
MBA (General) at Bharathidasan University
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science at Mahatma Gandhi University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
MBA (General) at Bharathidasan University
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025

Qualifications

Google Analytics Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Google Ads & Digital Sales Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Inbound Certification (HubSpot Academy)
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Dot Net program from CMC Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Remarketing Strategies with Google Ad (TCS)
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Programmatic Advertising Foundations - e-Marketing
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
GA4 Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
AI Tools for Marketers / Marketing Foundations
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Google Analytics Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Google AdWords & Digital Sales Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Inbound Certification, HubSpot Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
GA4 Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
SEO Certification (e-Marketing for SEO topic)
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services