Associate Director, Performance

Associate Director Performance

Manchester London - hybrid

DEPT is a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing our 4000 specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media Experience Commerce CRM and Technology & Data. Were 5050 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

This position sits in ourMarketing & Technology service based in Manchester and London. We combine data technology creative content and paid media to crack brands business problems & drive revenue through a variety of digital marketing solutions like ad campaigns augmented reality and chatbots. Our clients include ASOS Just Eat Takeaway Twitch TikTok and The White Company.

Are you a visionary Paid Search leader with a proven track record of driving tangible revenue and market share growth Do you thrive on the thrill of the pitch and the satisfaction of expanding client portfolios Were seeking a dynamic Paid Search leader to ignite our presence in the UKI transforming our Paid Search discipline into a powerhouse of growth innovation people happiness and client success.

You will suppoert the charge in evolving our Search discipline in a rapidly evolving and disrupting ecosystem. You wont just keep up with Googles AI shifts; you will proactively integrate generative AI across platforms into our daily operations to redefine what performance looks like in an AI-first world.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Take a strategic lead in the overall performance profitability and long-term business growth of our Paid Search discipline
• Accelerate and drive the transition from traditional Paid Search management to AI-driven accounts.
• Be a key player in new business efforts actively engaging in pitches refining our sales narratives and collaborating closely with our new business department to secure and expand our client base.
• Drive adoption of the right tech and tooling alongside ensuring we have a data-led approach across all accounts
• Oversee top Paid Search clients and drive innovation project growth and excellence in delivery.
• Spend at least 60% of time on projects or sales initiatives
• Enable and boost x-craft collaboration bringing our Paid Search activities and offerings closer together with adjacent crafts such as Content Data AI Organic Search and Social.
• Ensure an agile development of our Paid Search proposition aligning product-market fit and traction with the right target clients.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Have at least 10 years of experience in Paid Search.
• Are highly autonomous and proactive demonstrating the ability to own complex projects and make significant decisions with minimal oversight.
• You have a deep curiosity for AI and machine learning. You dont just follow trends; you understand how to apply tools.
• Have a significant focus on business development a successful track record with pitching and client relationship management. You genuinely love the sales process.
• Have broader digital marketing knowledge (Social Display Content Marketing Data etc.).
• Are analytical flexible and able to work independently.
• Have great communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to persuade.
• Are ambitious results-oriented and know how to plan and organise.
• Are located and directly available to start working from our London or Manchester offices;
• Are fluent in English.

WE OFFER

• A flexible hybrid working policy (2 days from the office depending on location);
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies;
• Pension free private healthcare mental health support and company sick pay scheme;
• 26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays);
• Refreshments are provided in the office all week as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Thursday;
• Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme;
• Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents;
• Social and Cultural Events plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations;
• Inspirational Talks bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events;
• Learning and Development supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance;
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a Buddy to help you through your first weeks at DEPT;
• 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 youll get the opportunity to work with big names and clients.

WHY DEPT

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds 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 effortshere.