Head of Media

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Brighton
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Sales & Marketing
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SKILLS

Paid Media management Google Ads Microsoft Ads Meta Campaign optimisation Account management Google Analytics Client management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Media

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is looking for a Head of Media to join their growing team. The role involves leading a team of specialists across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Meta, managing client relationships, developing strategies, and driving performance. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, analytical, and motivated by results.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, implementation, and optimisation of multi-channel Paid Media campaigns across Google, Microsoft, and Meta.
  • Own strategy and performance across your client portfolio, ensuring clear targets, strong returns, and measurable results.
  • Present performance results and growth strategies to clients confidently, both in written reports and on calls.
  • Identify and test new opportunities, channels, formats, and tactics, to drive incremental growth.
  • Maintain best practices, templates, and delivery standards across all client accounts.

Team Management

  • Directly manage and mentor a team of 6–8 paid media professionals.
  • Run 1:1s, create personal development plans, and ensure your team achieves their career goals.
  • Support junior members with client calls, account strategy, and optimisation planning.
  • Lead internal training sessions and share new industry trends, tests, and insights.
  • Recruit and onboard new team members as the department grows.

Client Growth & Business Development

  • Build strong, transparent relationships with clients, becoming a trusted strategic partner.
  • Identify opportunities to expand client activity through new services, products, or channels.
  • Lead on new business pitches, from RFP response and deck creation to client presentation.

Skills & Experience

  • 6+ years’ experience in Paid Media management (Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Meta).
  • Proven experience in account management and campaign optimisation.
  • Confident leading client conversations, presenting strategies, and explaining performance data.
  • Experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a test-and-learn mindset.
  • A drive to grow personally and professionally, you’ll be supported with Chartered Marketer training.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment with multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Google Analytics, Google Ads Editor, and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

  • Bonus scheme to reward performance
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Funded professional development including Chartered Marketer status
  • Regular team socials and company events
  • Fast progression opportunities in a growing agency
  • A supportive, ambitious environment that celebrates results and personal growth

Send your CV and a cover letter to info@18.135.97.39

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