Head of Paid Social

Searchability®; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency based in London is seeking a Head of Paid Social to lead and grow their team. In this dynamic role, you will develop innovative campaigns across Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, and more, focusing on data-driven strategies and fostering a high-performance culture. You should have over 4 years of leadership experience in Paid Social and a strong agency background. This position offers hybrid working and an attractive salary up to £70K plus a bonus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a Senior Paid Social role.
• Proven leadership experience managing Paid Social teams.
• Agency background essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, launch and optimise ad campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Evaluate campaign performance to optimise ROI.
• Ensure compliance with advertising guidelines.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic mindset

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ads

Meta Ads

Job description

HEAD OF PAID SOCIAL

Are you looking to channel all of your creativity into taking our thriving marketing agency are based in the heart of London? If you are dedicated in the Paid Social space and are a keen strategist and have experience managing a team this role could be for you!

• 4+ years’ experience in a Paid Social Manager role.
• Hybrid flexible working style – minimum once a week in office.
• Up to £70K + Bonus.

WHO ARE WE?

A London based agency who specialises in digital performance marketing! Helping brands grow online through data-driven, tech-enhanced strategies. In short, they’re a tech-savvy growth partner for brands looking to scale their digital presence through a blend of strategy, media buying, and proprietary tools.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

As Head of Paid Social, you’ll lead and grow a dynamic team delivering exceptional campaigns across platforms including Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, X, and Reddit. Working closely with the Director of Paid Media, you’ll define the department’s strategic vision, foster a high-performing culture, and ensure our strategies are bold, innovative, data-driven, and aligned with client objectives.

You’ll oversee delivery across a diverse portfolio of accounts, champion operational excellence, and drive creative innovation, ensuring every campaign not only performs but inspires. Through strong leadership, mentorship, and a forward-thinking mindset, you’ll play a key role in developing talent, driving commercial success, and shaping the future of Paid Social.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, launch and optimise Meta, Pinterest, Youtube, TikTok Ad campaigns targeting potential buyers.
• Client facing.
• Evaluate campaign performance and refine strategies to optimise ROI.
• Ensure all campaigns comply with advertising guidelines.
• Work with the wider organisation and collaborate with Content, Creative and Design teams.
• Monitor audience insight / data.
• A / B Testing on ad elements to optimise performance.
• Manage Ad budgets efficiently.

WE NEED YOU TO HAVE

• Proven leadership experience and managing Paid Social teams.
• Prior experience managing large scale campaigns.
• 4+ years in a Senior Paid Social role.
• Agency background essential.
• Highly Strategic mindset.
• Management experience highly desirable.
• Great communication and oral skills this is a client facing role.
• Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Display.
• Meta Ads experience essential.
• Experience with Meta, Pinterest, Youtube, LinkedIn, TikTok. X.
• Excellent teamwork.

TO BE CONSIDERED AS A HEAD OF PAID SOCIAL

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to [e-mail]. For further information please call me on 07719 067 562. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

Please note this role does not offer sponsorship so is only accepting applicants with full working rights in the UK.