Senior Ad Operations Manager (Adtech)

TL;DR

Senior Ad Operations Manager (Programmatic): Leading end-to-end execution and optimization of paid media campaigns with an accent on yield management, strategic optimization, and technical expertise in ad tech. Focus on identifying performance-enhancing opportunities, troubleshooting complex ad tech issues, and mentoring junior team members.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK

Company

hirify.global is seeking a Senior Ad Operations Manager to lead the execution of paid media campaigns, balancing high-stakes global delivery with a strategic focus on yield and performance.

What you will do

• Oversee the trafficking, testing, and delivery of managed campaigns using Beeswax and Google Ads.
• Balance campaign performance and delivery with financial margin to maximise efficiency and gross profit revenue.
• Identify issues preventing campaigns from hitting KPIs and propose effective, data-driven solutions.
• Serve as the technical authority on our ad tech stack, ad format capabilities, and programmatic advertising advances.
• Develop methodical processes and documentation to reduce mistakes and ensure issue resolution.
• Train and support junior Ad Ops managers and communicate workflow improvements.

Requirements

• 4+ years in digital ad operations with a minimum of 1 year focused specifically on programmatic advertising.
• Deep experience using major DSPs (e.g., DV360, The Trade Desk, or Beeswax), well versed in optimisation levers.
• Mastery of VAST/HTML5 formats and experience with 3rd party tag vendors such as DCM, Innovid, Moat, and IAS.
• High proficiency in Excel and Google Suite (including Data Studio) with the ability to interpret complex data into actionable insights.
• Solid understanding of global privacy laws and regulations, specifically COPPA and GDPR.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to flex your style for different audiences and push back on senior stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday + 8 public holidays + Winter Break.
• Enhanced Company Maternity Pay up to 100% of salary for the first 26 weeks and Paternity Pay of 100% of salary for 6 weeks.
• 30-day sabbatical for employees who have reached 7 years tenure.
• AXA Private Medical Insurance MHD (medical history disregarded) and Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance - 4x salary and Income Protection (75% of salary up to two years).
• Pension through Aegon with 4% employer contribution.
• Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme.