Head Of Paid Social

TL;DR

Head of Paid Social: Leading the strategic direction and delivery of a specialized paid social function for ecommerce and retail brands with an accent on commercial leadership, team development, and operational innovation. Focus on scaling performance, mentoring channel specialists, and integrating advanced proprietary technology into media strategies.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to London (Hybrid)

Salary: £70,000–£100,000

Company

A high-growth performance marketing business specialized in scaling consumer brands through smart media, strategic planning, and in-house technology.

What you will do

• Own and develop the strategic vision for the paid social channel across diverse ecommerce and retail accounts.
• Lead, mentor, and expand a high-performing team of paid social specialists.
• Optimize workflows, internal processes, and automation to enable scalable delivery.
• Partner with senior stakeholders, platform representatives, and internal teams to drive account growth.
• Contribute to product innovation, thought leadership, and new business development.

Requirements

• Significant experience managing paid social campaigns within agency, ecommerce, or retail environments.
• Proven track record in team leadership and establishing high delivery standards.
• Strong commercial judgement with a data-driven approach to strategy and decision-making.
• Ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Systems-focused mindset dedicated to efficiency and innovation in media delivery.

Culture & Benefits

• High visibility within the leadership team with direct impact on channel direction.
• Autonomy to shape strategy, team structure, and operational standards.
• Exposure to cutting-edge in-house marketing technology and platform innovation.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment prioritizing ownership and resilience.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and a merit-based working environment.