Job Title: Paid Social Account Director
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role
We're looking for a Paid Social Account Director to join a leading global media and marketing agency. This is a role ideal for someone who can drive strategic direction, lead high-performing teams, and oversee the delivery of best-in-class paid social campaigns for well-known clients.

You will take ownership of key client relationships, ensuring campaigns deliver against business objectives while identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of paid social campaigns across platforms such as Meta, TikTok
• Act as the senior point of contact for clients, building strong, trusted relationships
• Oversee campaign performance, ensuring delivery against KPIs (CPA, ROAS, brand metrics, etc.)
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to drive continuous improvement and growth
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of paid social specialists
• Collaborate with cross-channel teams (search, programmatic, creative) to deliver integrated campaigns
• Drive innovation by testing new formats, platforms, and technologies
• Oversee budget allocation and ensure efficient, effective use of media spend

Requirements

• Extensive experience in paid social, ideally within an agency environment
• Proven track record of leading large-scale campaigns and managing key client accounts
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business objectives into media plans
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Advanced knowledge of social platforms and their advertising ecosystems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear insights
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities

How to Apply
If you're an experienced paid social leader ready to take on a strategic, client-facing role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief overview of your experience or email .

Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website.

Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

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