Senior Specialist - Media and Performance Marketing Analyst

DEPT

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021. JOB PURPOSE We’re looking for an experienced Senior Paid Media Specialist with a strong track record in either paid search (SEA) or paid social. You’ll lead strategy and execution for high‑impact digital campaigns, working closely with internal creatives, data analysts, and external clients. You can focus on search or social, depending on your expertise and interest, helping shape how paid media drives performance and growth. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Search: Lead paid search strategy and optimization across platforms like Google Ads and Bing Ads, leveraging data and automation to enhance performance and client results. * Social: Drive paid social strategy, campaign planning, and execution across Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn and more, while mentoring junior team members and developing best‑in‑class approaches. * Own performance measurement, reporting and optimization to ensure scalable results. * Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (creative, analytics, tech) to deliver integrated solutions. * Present strategy and performance insights to internal teams and clients. WHAT YOU’LL BRING *  3+ years in paid search or paid social environments, preferably in an agency or performance‑focused in‑house setup. * Deep understanding of campaign strategy, budgeting, and KPI‑driven performance. * Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable strategy. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Leadership experience (mentoring or guiding junior team members) a strong plus. WE OFFER * Dynamic, supportive, and creative team environment. * Career growth opportunities in digital marketing and performance advertising. * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. * Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities * Benefits depend upon location, please feel free to check with the recruiter on more details WHO ARE WE?  We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

Precis Digital AB

At Precis, we are a group of friendly experts in media buying, analytics & marketing science, creative and technology with a joint mission to help great companies thrive in the digital landscape. We are committed to building an inclusive and fair workplace that attracts talent and advances its people, regardless of their background, experiences or perspectives. We believe that a diverse set of minds will continue to contribute to our innovative culture and our ability to reinvent ourselves constantly. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING 💼 Lead the tactical & operational management of one or more digital marketing channels, ensuring flawless campaign execution, from setup to optimisation and detailed performance analysis. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, proactively managing relationships and ensuring that marketing strategies align with their broader business objectives. Drive end-to-end project management, taking full ownership of timelines, delegation to junior colleagues, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion beyond just channel execution. Direct advanced testing and optimisation initiatives within the channel, applying deep expertise to enhance campaign effectiveness and meet client KPIs. Conduct in-depth channel analysis and audits to identify opportunities for improving brand visibility and performance metrics. Advocate for and integrate innovative tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and improve campaign results. Deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to guide their digital investment decisions. Collaborate with relevant platform representatives and internal colleagues to stay ahead of emerging features and best practices, applying these learnings to drive client success. Promote a collaborative environment, leading by example in integrating channel-specific insights with cross-functional team efforts to enhance the overall client experience and success. Facilitate knowledge sharing & mentor junior specialists, providing guidance on channel-specific tactics and fostering an environment of continuous learning. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR ✔️ 4+ years of experience in the digital marketing ecosystem. Comprehensive hands-on experience and deep technical expertise in Paid Search, paired with a strong enough understanding of the broader digital landscape to contribute to holistic media plans and marketing strategies across multiple channels. Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to lead complex projects, manage timelines and stakeholders, and coordinate effectively across different teams. Ability to analyse and interpret data across both marketing & analytics platforms (e.g. GA4) and use insights to drive continuous optimisation and achieve better outcomes. Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Looker Studio) and ability to present insights engagingly and understandably. Proficiency in crafting and applying effective testing tactics to discover innovative solutions and boost campaign effectiveness. Proficient in communicating complex ideas clearly in presentations and collaborative discussions. Strong mentoring skills, with a focus on sharing knowledge and fostering a learning environment within the team. Preferably experienced in working with Google BigQuery. WHAT WE OFFER 🌟 You can read our full offering in our handbook. An intense learning environment where you will be able to grow and develop your skills and passions alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. A culture that is built on collaboration, trust and innovation. We value having fun together - that’s why we also have regular afterworks, team events and a yearly festival. Transparent salary bands - check it out on our site! 30 days paid leave, flexible public holidays, parental pay, a solid pension scheme and key insurance. Our different offices also offer different perks such as massage, health care contributions, free book orders, healthy snacks & great coffee, EAP programs and your choice of PC or Mac. A diverse environment with a high focus on inclusion and belonging. We speak 46 native languages around Precis, and our internal inclusion score is 4.5 out of 5.

Artefact

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - PROGRAMMATIC & AD TECH HYBRID WORKING PATTERN London location WHO WE ARE Artefact is a new generation of data service provider, specialising in data consulting and data-driven digital marketing, dedicated to transforming data into business impact across the entire value chain of organisations. We are proud to say we’re enjoying skyrocketing growth. We have over 2000 employees across 26 offices who are focused on accelerating digital transformation. Thanks to a unique mix of company assets: state-of-the-art data technologies, lean AI agile methodologies for fast delivery, and cohesive teams of the finest business consultants, data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and digital experts, all dedicated to bringing extra value to every client. The Retail Media and Analytics department is a digital media and ad tech consultancy team supporting international brands across programmatic advertising, retail media, analytics and marketing technology. Our work includes strategic media consultancy, platform reselling, account audits, campaign activation, client training and the implementation of platforms such as Display & Video 360 and Amazon DSP. REPORTS TO HEAD OF ANALYTICS & RETAIL MEDIA   Purpose of the Role This is a senior, client-facing leadership role combining media-team leadership with strategic and commercial ownership of a portfolio of programmatic and ad-tech reselling clients.  First, you will lead a team delivering media services for international clients. You will provide strategic direction, support the development of the team and help strengthen our full-funnel activations, with a particular focus on Amazon DSP, from CTV and prospecting through to retargeting. Second, you will own a portfolio of ad tech reselling clients, primarily using DV360. You will act as a senior client partner, responsible for strategic consultancy, account growth, renewals, commercial performance and delivery quality. Expert knowledge of DV360 is essential. Previous Amazon DSP experience is desirable but not required, provided you have the ability and motivation to develop expertise in the platform.   Key Responsibilities Media Leadership * Team Leadership * Lead and develop a team with responsibilities across media strategy, activation and client delivery. * Set clear priorities, responsibilities and quality standards across the team. * Support team members with complex strategic, operational and platform-related challenges. * Build scalable processes and ways of working across media accounts. * Take ownership of day-to-day team leadership and provide an effective escalation point for complex client matters.  * Media Strategy * Lead media strategy for international clients. * Provide strategic direction across Amazon DSP and the wider media ecosystem. * Support the development of client roadmaps, testing plans and growth opportunities. * Identify opportunities to connect programmatic, analytics and wider paid media activity. * Help develop the company’s media capabilities, proposition and best practices. * Capability Development * Develop strong working knowledge of Amazon DSP where experience is not already established. * Support team training and platform capability development. Ad Tech Reselling Account Leadership * Client Ownership * Own strategic relationships across a portfolio of DV360 and ad tech reselling clients. * Act as the primary senior contact and trusted advisor for assigned accounts. * Lead client communication, account planning, business reviews and strategic roadmaps. * Manage senior stakeholders across marketing, media, technology and procurement teams. * Take ownership of client satisfaction, account health and escalation management. * Programmatic Consultancy * Provide advanced consultancy across DV360, programmatic display and the wider ad tech ecosystem. * Conduct detailed account audits and identify optimisation opportunities. * Review campaign structure, inventory, audiences, measurement, creative and platform usage. * Translate findings into clear and prioritised recommendations. * Ensure recommendations are connected to client objectives and commercial outcomes. * Run client training sessions and strategic workshops when required. * Commercial Accountability * Own renewals and support commercial negotiations across assigned accounts. * Develop account growth plans and identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities. * Contribute to revenue growth and gross-margin targets. * Maintain accurate account forecasts and identify commercial risks. * Support the development and scalability of the ad tech reselling business. * Collaborate with Media and Analytics teams to identify integrated opportunities. * Account Governance * Maintain strong account governance, including documentation, meeting structures and action tracking. * Ensure consistently high standards of delivery and operational excellence. * Support invoicing and commercial administration where required. * Identify delivery risks and coordinate appropriate actions. Required Skills and Experience * At least five years of experience in programmatic and display media. * Expert knowledge of Display & Video 360. * Strong understanding of programmatic buying and the wider ad tech ecosystem. * Experience managing enterprise-level or international client relationships. * Experience leading or developing media professionals. * Proven ability to conduct account audits and develop strategic media recommendations. * Strong commercial mindset, with experience supporting account growth, renewals or commercial negotiations. * Strong presentation, communication and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to lead cross-functional conversations internally and externally. * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and scaling organisation. Desirable Skills and Experience * Experience using Amazon DSP. * Knowledge of retail media networks and retail media strategy. * Exposure to analytics-led media planning and first-party data strategies. * Familiarity with Campaign Manager 360, Google Analytics or related marketing technology platforms. Success in This Role Looks Like * Media Activation * A confident and accountable media team. * Clearer team ownership and reduced dependency on senior leadership. * Improved quality and consistency of media strategy. * Ad Tech Reselling * Strong client retention and renewal rates. * Sustainable revenue and gross-margin growth. * Accurate account forecasting and effective commercial planning. * Increased adoption of consultancy and additional services. * Higher strategic maturity across DV360 client accounts. * Consistently high levels of client satisfaction and delivery quality. Why join Artefact? At Artefact, you will work with leading international brands alongside specialists in Data, AI, Analytics and Digital Marketing. You will have the opportunity to shape our programmatic, retail media and ad-tech offering while developing a high-performing team and trusted client relationships.  As part of our growing team, you'll enjoy: * Hybrid working * 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with up to five additional days based on length of service. * Birthday day off  * Westfield healthcare * Subsidised gym membership, wellbeing initiatives and Cycle to Work scheme * Interest-free season ticket loan * Learning, career development and international opportunities across 26 global offices * Regular team socials and company events