Director of Paid Advertising

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and oversee a group of Strategists within the channel, which includes hiring, onboarding, and daily leadership of personnel.

• Develop personalized growth plans, coaching schedules, and mentorship opportunities for team members.

• Ensure team retention by fostering a positive team environment, promoting psychological safety, and establishing clear growth trajectories.

• Manage performance through the ARC framework; provide constructive feedback and make recommendations for raises and promotions.

• Supervise capacity planning and align staffing within the pod.

• Conduct training sessions and facilitate knowledge-sharing within the channel.

• Offer executive-level supervision for client accounts and provide hands-on assistance for complex or high-priority accounts.

• Serve as Account Director for selected single-channel clients.

• Address and resolve client issues within the channel.

• Assist in strategy formulation, performance narratives, audits, and quality assurance.

• Monitor client churn and intervene when risk indicators arise.

• Ensure product quality through quality assurance processes and manage critical errors, budget overspends, and spend accuracy.

• Maintain hygiene in MCC and Business Manager.

• Collaborate with Data Intelligence on accurate MMT implementation and optimization.

• Utilize Power Circuit, Omega, and the nova ecosystem; ensure compliance and daily usage across the pod.

• Spearhead channel-specific product development, innovation, testing, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

• Assess tools, platforms, and partners while building business cases for adoption.

• Work alongside the Service Lead and platform partners to identify channel trends and opportunities.

• Utilize AI tools to streamline workflows, uncover insights, enhance performance, and improve business processes.

• Create case studies and assist with audits, pitches, and new business ventures.

• Identify opportunities for service expansion within current client accounts.

• Lead the recruitment process, including interviews, skill assessments, and hiring business cases for the channel.

• Foster pod growth and enhance retention for both clients and team members.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7-8 years of experience in digital marketing, with at least 5 years in an agency environment.

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on, expert-level experience in [Channel: Creative / Paid Media / Organic Search / Social].

• Over 5 years of experience in team management, including performance management and development planning.

• Proven judgment and credibility that has earned the trust of a team of specialists.

• In-depth knowledge of how the channel operates within the wider marketing funnel and business strategy.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including a direct client-facing presence.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Self-driven, with a strong desire to construct both a team and a product, rather than merely maintaining them.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.

• Strong work ethic with the capability to learn quickly and independently.

• A genuine interest in building a long-term relationship with a growing company.

• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.

🏝️ Benefits

• Base salary plus commission opportunities.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans with up to 100% employer contribution towards employee monthly premiums.

• 401(k) plan featuring a 4% employer contribution match.

• Unlimited Time Off available from day one.

• Up to 4 hours per quarter for paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) dedicated to philanthropic efforts.

• Fully flexible work environment: full-remote, in-office, or hybrid options.

• A one-time $100 USD Work From Home (WFH) stipend automatically included in your first paycheck.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• 12 recognized United States national holidays plus 2 mental health recharge days each year.

• Unlimited opportunities for growth and leadership within a rapidly expanding firm.

• Continuous employee development programs for both personal and professional advancement (Hedgehog and Vital 5s).

• Quarterly awards featuring prize money and recognition for outstanding performance.

• Opportunities to engage in company DEI initiatives.