Team Lead - Ads Project Management

Altis Technology; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Toronto is seeking a Team Lead, Ads Project Management to guide a fast-moving team delivering advertising and campaign initiatives across North America, Canada, and LATAM.

You'll mentor 6–12 Project Managers, manage campaign operations and client relationships with senior stakeholders, and drive process improvements in a dynamic, hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of progressive experience in project management, campaign operations, marketing, advertising, or agency environments.
• Experience managing 6 or more direct reports, including senior or highly experienced team members.
• Proven accountability for team performance metrics or quantified delivery targets.
• Undergraduate degree required.
• Strong project management and campaign operations experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities across complex workstreams.
• Hands-on experience supporting live events, experiential activations, venue coordination, vendor management, run-of-show execution, or similar production environments.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, creator marketing, influencer campaigns, or digital advertising ecosystems.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal. Portuguese is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• You’ll lead, coach, and develop a team of 6 to 12 Project Managers, setting clear expectations and fostering a high-performance culture.
• You’ll oversee campaign operations, team capacity, and project delivery across North America, Canada, and LATAM, ensuring priorities remain aligned and on track.
• You’ll build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, lead executive-level discussions, and confidently manage escalations when they arise.
• You’ll drive operational consistency by improving processes, maintaining documentation, and sharing best practices across regions.
• You’ll support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of new team members while contributing to long-term team growth.
• You’ll partner with regional leaders to support strategic initiatives, experiential activations, and program expansion.

Skills

People leadership

Project management

Campaign operations

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Spanish proficiency asset

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Location: Toronto, ON, Hybrid (3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote, with additional onsite support during busy event periods)

Language: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Spanish proficiency is considered a strong asset.

Duration: 12-month contract

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced people leader who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments? We are seeking a Team Lead, Ads Project Management to lead a high-performing team delivering advertising and campaign initiatives across North America, Canada, and LATAM. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and creating meaningful client partnerships within the digital advertising and creator ecosystem.

You'll lead experienced Project Managers while partnering with senior stakeholders to ensure campaigns are delivered with consistency, quality, and speed. Success in this role requires confidence, sound judgment, and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-moving, collaborative environment where priorities can shift quickly.

What's In It for You

• Lead a talented team supporting high-profile advertising initiatives across multiple international markets.
• Influence operational strategy while mentoring experienced Project Managers and helping them succeed.
• Work alongside collaborative leaders in an environment that values accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Gain exposure to large-scale campaigns, creator-focused programs, and cross-regional initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead, coach, and develop a team of 6 to 12 Project Managers, setting clear expectations and fostering a high-performance culture.
• You’ll oversee campaign operations, team capacity, and project delivery across North America, Canada, and LATAM, ensuring priorities remain aligned and on track.
• You’ll build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, lead executive-level discussions, and confidently manage escalations when they arise.
• You’ll drive operational consistency by improving processes, maintaining documentation, and sharing best practices across regions.
• You’ll support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of new team members while contributing to long-term team growth.
• You’ll partner with regional leaders to support strategic initiatives, experiential activations, and program expansion.

Skills and Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of progressive experience in project management, campaign operations, marketing, advertising, or agency environments.
• Experience managing 6 or more direct reports, including senior or highly experienced team members.
• Proven accountability for team performance metrics or quantified delivery targets.
• Undergraduate degree required.
• Strong project management and campaign operations experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities across complex workstreams.
• Hands-on experience supporting live events, experiential activations, venue coordination, vendor management, run-of-show execution, or similar production environments.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, creator marketing, influencer campaigns, or digital advertising ecosystems.
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities and limited structure.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal. Portuguese is considered a strong asset.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.