Account Director, Paid Social

Our mission is to inspire and influence great companies to grow - defining the future of marketing. WeDiscover is a leading performance marketing and technology agency, launched in 2020, with a belief that combining marketing experts with data scientists and engineers leads to amazing outcomes. We have been recognised in the Deloitte Fast 50 tech businesses and in the top 8% of the Financial Times' Fastest Growing Companies in Europe.

We pride ourselves on inventing impactful marketing technology that keeps our clients ahead in an ever-evolving, competitive landscape. WeDiscover is founder-led, with no outside investors, allowing us to stay true to our vision. Our leadership team brings vast experience across digital marketing, technology, and analytics, fostering a culture where success goes hand-in-hand with a positive impact.

Position Overview

As Account Director, you will report directly to the Head of Paid Social. This is an exciting opportunity to help grow the department within the agency, contributing to its performance and culture. We are seeking an innovative Account Director to lead advertising strategy and execution across our flagship accounts on Meta, Snap, Pinterest, and TikTok.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead paid social initiatives for some of the agency's largest clients.
• Work with internal teams and senior client stakeholders to develop innovative strategies and execute them.
• Oversee the work of Managers as direct reports, setting clear expectations and objectives for the team on client deliverables.
• Inform the Head of Paid Social on opportunities and challenges across our client set, helping shape priorities and product solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of experience in paid social advertising.
• A performance focus with significant experience in bottom-funnel activation.
• Proven track record of managing large paid social budgets (£200K - £1M monthly).
• Capable of setting strategy and executing this across multiple platforms and formats.
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis and recommendations.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Team management and mentoring experience.
• Proficiency in utilising analytics platforms and attribution models to guide investment decisions.

Desired Skills

• Experience with marketing automation and programmatic (DCO) solutions.
• Experience working with multi-functional media teams.
• Experience in brand awareness and reach activation.
• Experience of a variety of business verticals and differing paid social strategies.
• Experience utilising 1st party data in paid social media activity.

Personal Qualities

• Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset.
• Innovation-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Ability to balance technical expertise with commercial acumen.
• Fascinated by the intersection of marketing and technology.
• Adaptable and eager to trial new technologies and methodologies.

Why work at WeDiscover:

• Significant Career Advancement: Be part of a fast-growing agency where your contributions will have a direct impact on our growth and culture.
• Equity in the Business: Gain ownership in WeDiscover through our EMI Options Scheme.
• Work Flexibility: Choose to work remotely, from our London office, or a mix of both.
• Top of the Range Tools: We provide top-quality equipment to ensure you have everything you need to succeed.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave and the option to take a 5-week paid sabbatical after 5 years of service.
• Wellness & Wellbeing: Get a £40 monthly wellness subscription to support your well-being.
• Volunteering & Giving Back: Take two volunteering days per year to give back to a cause you care about.
• Continuous Learning: Access a £200 annual learning fund for books, courses, or subscriptions.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building an inclusive, positive environment.

Interview Process:

• Stage 1: Initial phone call with our Managing Director or Group Account Director, Paid Social.
• Stage 2: A competency-based interview exploring paid social strategy and execution.
• Stage 3: A cultural interview to assess your attitudes and behaviours.

WeDiscover is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity.