Head of Paid Digital

Think Differently Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in Dublin is seeking a Head of Paid Digital to lead a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in paid media, strong management experience, and certifications in Google Ads and Meta ads. This full-time role offers a competitive salary starting from €70K, with a hybrid working model available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in paid media (search and social).
• 3+ years of team management experience.
• Commercially minded with experience managing revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support Paid Digital team members.
• Collaborate with internal departments to create holistic strategies aligned with client KPIs.
• Track and enhance team productivity and delivery consistency.

Skills

Paid media (search and social)

Team management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Google Ads

Meta ads

Job description

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Our client a fast-growing, award-winning digital marketing agency is looking for a Head of Paid Digital to lead a high-performing team of paid search and social specialists. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, results-driven environment and is passionate about digital growth and delivering exceptional client experiences. The ideal candidate must have digital or digital media agency experience.

About the Role

As Head of Paid Digital, you will play a critical role in driving performance across a portfolio of strategic accounts while mentoring a growing team. This position requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset, capable of developing innovative paid media strategies and ensuring operational excellence across platforms like Google Ads, Meta, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and support Paid Digital team members
• Foster integration across paid search and social functions
• Maintain and improve the quality of paid digital campaign output
• Lead quality control efforts to ensure best practices and performance standards are met
• Collaborate with internal departments to create holistic strategies aligned with client KPIs
• Streamline operations through improved processes, technology, and automation and identify new tools and tech
• Ensure effective budget management across all accounts and clients
• Track and enhance team productivity and delivery consistency

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in paid media (search and social)
• 3+ years of team management experience
• Commercially minded with experience managing revenue targets
• Google Ads and Meta ads certified
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven approach
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Passion for digital marketing and staying ahead

Location

• Full-time, permanent role
• Hybrid but flexibility available

Competitive Salary from 70K

At ThinkDifferently.ie we are an equal opportunity agency. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic origin or disability status