Digital Manager

Havas Media Group Spain SAU; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus after 12 months

Direct access to leadership

Flexible hybrid work

Career progression opportunities

Birthday leave

Job summary

Kaimera, part of the Havas Village, seeks a Senior Activations Manager (Paid Search) to lead strategy, execution, and optimisation of performance-driven digital media campaigns from Melbourne. The role manages 2–3 reports, with budget accountability and client communication at the core.

You will shape strategy across search, social and display, drive ROI, and mentor a small team while collaborating with senior stakeholders in a dynamic, values-driven agency environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in programmatic marketing with proven success.
• Strong understanding of digital media channels and technologies.
• Expertise in performance marketing metrics, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with campaign management tools and platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Search Ads 360, PMax, Facebook Ads Manager, etc.).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• A passion for digital media and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive digital media strategies aligned with client objectives and budget.
• Oversee the execution and optimisation of performance campaigns across various digital channels (e.g., search, social, & display).
• Lead the analysis of campaign performance data, identifying key trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
• Manage and develop a team of performance specialists & coordinators, providing guidance and development opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on digital media strategy and performance.
• Develop and manage campaign budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximising ROI.
• Collaborate with external vendors and partners as needed to support execution and optimisation.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in digital media marketing, sharing knowledge with the team.

Skills

Programmatic marketing

Digital channels

Performance metrics

Data analysis

Campaign management tools

Google Ads

Search Ads 360

PMax

Facebook Ads Manager

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Tools

Google Ads

Search Ads 360

PMax

Facebook Ads Manager

Job description

Agency : Havas Media Job Description : #LI-MP1

We’re looking for a Senior Activations Manager (Paid Search) with strong experience in Search to join our Platform team at Kaimera. This role will be based in the Havas Village in Melbourne (Richmond).

About Kaimera

Kaimera is a full-service media agency built on a foundation of transparency and trust.

Digital is at the core of everything we do, but it is the people who are the heart & soul of Kaimera.

We are people clients trust to deliver growth and success to their businesses.

As a full-service agency, we specialise in Communications Strategy, Media Planning, Trading, Digital, Social, SEO, PPC, Analytics, and Mobile.

Being part of the Havas Village, gives us the best of worlds - both Amplified Independent + a Global Network.

About the role

The Senior Activations Manager plays a crucial role in driving digital media success for our clients. With at least five years of experience, you will lead the strategy, execution, and optimisation of performance-driven digital media campaigns.

The Senior Digital Manager is responsible for the full campaign lifecycle, from initial planning and budget allocation through ongoing analysis, reporting, and strategic adjustments. Creative thinking, strong presentation skills, and rock-solid implementation are the keys to success for the role of Senior Digital Manager at Kaimera. As a Senior Digital Manager you should produce work that is held up as ‘best in class’ both within the agency and industry-wide.

The role typically manages 2-3 direct reports, with the support of their Director. As a Senior Digital Manager you have financial accountability, are able to manage middle-senior external relationships as well as stakeholders at higher levels. You can create/clarify strategy within various ambiguous areas with no guidance. You will lead or contribute to cross-division work and will play an active role within company culture. Our agency's values – Straight Talking, Trust, Agility, and Passion – are essential for success in this role and will guide all interactions and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive digital media strategies aligned with client objectives and budget. Proactively identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Campaign Management: Oversee the execution and optimisation of performance campaigns across various digital channels (e.g., search, social, & display). Ensure campaigns are delivered on time and within budget.
• Performance Analysis: Lead the analysis of campaign performance data, identifying key trends, insights, and areas for improvement. Develop and deliver insightful reports to clients, clearly communicating results and recommendations.
• Team Leadership & Development: Manage and develop a team of performance specialists & coordinators, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities. You will endeavour to create a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Client Communication: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on digital media strategy and performance. Proactively communicate campaign updates and address client inquiries.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage campaign budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximising ROI.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with external vendors and partners as needed to support execution and optimisation.
• Industry Knowledge: Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in digital media marketing, sharing knowledge with the team and contributing to agency thought leadership.

Required Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in programmatic marketing, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong understanding of digital media channels, platforms, and technologies.
• Expertise in performance marketing metrics, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with campaign management tools and platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Search Ads 360, PMax, Facebook Ads Manager, etc.).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• A passion for digital media and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Who are we?

Kaimera is an independent full-service media agency. Now almost 10 years old and almost 50 people strong, we are known for working with some of the most enviable clients in the business AND being one of Australia’s top employers. At Kaimera, we don't just talk about being a Best Place to Work - we live it, because our people truly are the heart of everything we do. We believe that when you thrive, our clients succeed. If you're looking for meaningful work, a collaborative, no-hierarchy environment, and a place where every contribution is valued, you've found it. Come join a team that's redefining media and having a great time doing it! We invest in our team's success, well-being, and growth.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Financial Rewards: Enjoy competitive remuneration and a discretionary bonus after 12 months, ensuring you share in our collective success.
• Access to Leadership: Work in a collaborative, no-hierarchy structure with direct access to leadership and the opportunity to work alongside talented, passionate teams.
• Flexible Hybrid Work: Benefit from a balanced work schedule, typically spending 4 days a week in our vibrant Richmond office, combining the best of in-person collaboration and flexibility.
• Commitment to Growth: Sharpen your skills with training, professional development memberships, and clear career progression opportunities. We actively support you becoming the best in your craft.
• Time Off to Celebrate: Get an extra day off with dedicated birthday leave!
• Inspirational Office: Enjoy a positive, agile, and inclusive environment right in our bright Richmond office.

About HAVAS

The Havas Village is a unique model — creative, digital, content, PR, media and partnerships, all under one roof. We build teams around our clients’ needs, not our own structures, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Our mission? To make a meaningful difference to the brands, businesses and lives of the people we work with. We’re proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

At HAVAS, we are committed to building a future that is inclusive to all, where you can bring your whole self to work and feel valued, respected, and supported to succeed. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, identities, beliefs, age, and abilities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, to apply for this or any role with us. We look forward to meeting you!

Contract Type

Permanent

Equal Opportunity

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.