Paid Social Director

Posted 1 day 2 hours ago by Aspire

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
Job Description

Would you like to join a multi-award-winning performance marketing agency that's redefining how brands grow through creativity and data? This fast-growing agency is home to a talented team of digital specialists who deliver world-class campaigns for brands across retail, DTC, and global markets. Their culture is collaborative, innovative, and deeply people-focused because they believe happy teams create outstanding work.

As the Paid Social Director, you'll take the lead in shaping high-performing paid social strategies and guiding clients through the full campaign lifecycle from creative concept to measurable success. You'll be hands-on, strategic, and inspiring, a key voice in driving innovation across social platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, delivery, and optimisation of paid social campaigns across Meta, TikTok, and Pinterest.
  • Act as a trusted advisor for clients, delivering insight-led strategies aligned to commercial goals.
  • Partner with creative, CRO, and analytics teams to craft integrated performance solutions.
  • Manage and mentor paid social specialists, setting clear standards for best practice.
  • Drive forward creative excellence through experimentation and testing frameworks.
  • Oversee client relationships, project financials, and identify new growth opportunities.
  • Keep ahead of platform trends, innovation, and AI-driven creative evolution.

The Candidate:

  • 5+ years' experience managing paid social campaigns (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest).
  • Proven success driving measurable results for clients across multiple sectors.
  • Strong understanding of GA4, attribution models, and data-led decision making.
  • Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder communication skills.
  • A passion for creative innovation, testing, and continuous improvement.
  • Experience mentoring and developing junior team members.
  • Confident in using creative tools such as Canva, Photoshop, or InDesign.

The Benefits:

This agency truly invests in its people, offering flexibility, development, and genuine work-life balance.

You'll enjoy:

  • Flexible hybrid working across Bristol or Exeter offices or 100% remotely.
  • Birthday leave and a gift from a local brand.
  • Work abroad flexibility and volunteering time off.
  • Mental health support, EAP access, and mental health first aiders.
  • Comprehensive parental leave, pension scheme, and medical cash plan.
  • Regular team meet-ups, learning events, and conference opportunities.
  • Ongoing personal and professional development in paid media and beyond.

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Committed employer